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Gretchen Whitmer

Democratic Governor
State
Michigan

Gretchen Whitmer is a Democratic Governor of Michigan.

About the office of Governor

The Governor is the head of the state's executive branch. Governors typically serve four-year terms (two-year terms in Vermont and New Hampshire), propose and sign the state budget, appoint agency heads and judges, and can grant pardons and commutations. During emergencies, the Governor can declare a state of emergency and mobilize the National Guard.

Gretchen Whitmer serves as Governor of Michigan.

As Governor, Gretchen Whitmer is the chief executive of Michigan, responsible for signing or vetoing legislation, preparing the state budget, appointing officials, and commanding the state National Guard.

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