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Michigan Governor Whitmer walks back presidential run denial

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has created confusion regarding a potential 2028 presidential run. She initially stated she would not seek the presidency after her term ends this year, but later walked back those comments. Whitmer indicated she was not making any definitive plans and would focus on her current role, leaving the possibility open. AI

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Michigan Governor Whitmer walks back presidential run denial

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Joey Cappelletti, The Associated Press ·

    Gretchen Whitmer said she wasn’t running for president. That lasted until lunch

    A morning "I will not" became an afternoon "never say never." Buttigieg and Slotkin were also in attendance, also not running, also not closing doors.

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