Michigan Gov. Whitmer steps back from saying she won't run for president in 2028 (opens in new tab)

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday initially ruled out a 2028 presidential campaign, telling Fox 2 Detroit at the Mackinac Policy Conference that she would not join what is expected to be a crowded Democratic primary after she leaves office at the end of 2026. Whitmer is term-limited and has been viewed by some Democrats as a possible White House contender after decisive wins in Michigan, a closely contested state that President Trump has carried twice in presidential elections. Hours...