Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer , one of the most high-profile politicians in the Democratic Party and a possible 2028 presidential contender, is sparking conversation and criticism for seeming to pursue a closer relationship with President Donald Trump. The president’s recent visit to Michigan created renewed scrutiny as Trump and Whitmer appeared together. Whitmer embraces Trump in Michigan visit Trump arrived in Michigan Tuesday, and Whitmer greeted the president as he exited Air Force One at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Whitmer hugged Trump, in a moment that has become symbolic of recent moves that have been interpreted as figuratively embracing the president. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer meeting Donald Trump on the tarmac and hugging him is icky. She can't blame this one on an "ambush." pic.twitter.com/rnZGnSFd1l — Art Candee 🍿🥤 (@ArtCandee) April 29, 2025 Later, as Trump spoke at the base, announcing that he would “save Selfridge” from possible closure and was...