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Gov. Whitmer on Backlash in Michigan: 'Let's Not Get Overly Political'

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently emerged as a favorite of the cable news circuit, as she keeps intact a strict executive shelter-in-place order in her state during COVID-19. The order has been criticized as an unconstitutional overreach by Republicans and Democrats alike

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In response to the backlash, Gov. Whitmer continues to double down on her order, and insists that protests against her executive action are “irresponsible:”

During an appearance on "Good Morning America" on Friday morning, Gov. Whitmer asked that people “not get overly political,” in response to a statewide protest, and sheriffs in Michigan refusing to enforce her far-reaching order:

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These remarks come just two weeks after Gov. Whitmer infamously appeared on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, wearing a t-shirt that says “That woman from Michigan,” as a reference to President Trump addressing her by name:

Obviously, Gov. Whitmer used this appearance as an excuse to score political points as she eyes as a vice presidential tap.

Gov. Whitmer may be able to convince former vice president Joe Biden of her ability to govern, but her constituents evidently see right through her political games.

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