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Gretchen Whitmer asserts US readiness to elect a female president

Gretchen Whitmer 2028 presidential election Democratic Party female political leadership Michigan

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has challenged previous assertions that American voters are not prepared to elect a female president. Speaking on NBC News’ ‘Meet the Press’, Whitmer countered comments made by former First Lady Michelle Obama in 2025, who suggested the electorate was not ready for a woman in the presidency.

Whitmer expressed confidence in Democratic governors competing against potential Republican nominees JD Vance or Marco Rubio in 2028. When asked if a woman could be the best choice to defeat a GOP nominee in that cycle, she responded, “I do.”

Regarding her own political future, Whitmer did not rule out a run for the presidency in 2028. She stated that she intends to take time off to determine her next steps after her term as governor concludes in January.

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Gretchen Whitmer · JD Vance · Marco Rubio · Michelle Obama · Michigan

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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says America is ready to elect a woman [www.nbcnews.com]
Michigans Gouverneurin Gretchen Whitmer sagt, Amerika sei bereit, eine Frau zu wählen [lomazoma.com]