Governor Whitmer Surprises Michigan With Positive News

Governor Whitmer wants to bring jobs back to Michigan...

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is overseas on a mission to bring jobs, investment, and high-tech supply chains back to Michigan. She reportedly also wants to attract jobs and talent to Michigan from other regions in the United States and bring the supply chain home from overseas.

“I will go anywhere, work with anyone, and compete with everyone to grow Michigan’s economy, bring supply chains home, and create good-paying, high-skilled jobs across our state,” said Governor Whitmer during an announcement. “We are taking this opportunity to tell Michigan’s incredible story, build relationships that bring more jobs, investments, and the supply chain to Michigan, and spend time with the dedicated servicemembers deployed in the region to protect national security. Let’s keep working together to show the world that Michigan is the best place to live, work, and invest."

Governor Whitmer is meeting with business leaders from a diverse set of companies to discuss investment opportunities in Michigan for aerospace, defense, and a variety of other industries. She's also meeting foreign dignitaries in Germany to deepen ties between Michigan and regional economies, per a statement by the Governor's office.

“We continue to take Michigan’s message of global leadership in mobility, defense and advanced manufacturing sectors, international business tradition, openness to newcomers and our strong business environment across the globe,” said Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “Team Michigan is committed to winning projects that will provide inclusive economic growth for all Michiganders.”

During Governor Whitmer's trip to Europe, she visited Michigan National Guard Airmen and thanked them for their service. “Michigan National Guard Airmen deliver air power anytime, anywhere,” she said. “It was an honor to visit Michiganders serving in Germany. We will have their backs by ensuring they have the resources they need to carry out their missions and the support they and their families need to thrive back home.”  

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