Gretchen Whitmer met with President Donald Trump to discuss issues important to Michigan, including jobs, tariffs and Great Lakes protection. The meeting follows concerns that proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico could negatively impact Michigan's auto industry and manufacturing base.

The two discussed jobs, tariffs and the importance of keeping the Great Lakes clean and safe, Whitmer's office stated.

President Trump met with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Thursday at the White House for what the Democratic governor described as a “productive meeting.” “I had a productive meeting at the