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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Criticizes Trumps Consideration of Pardoning Kidnap Plotters
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expressed disappointment over President Donald Trump’s consideration of pardoning men convicted of plotting to kidnap her in 2020. Whitmer told NBC affiliate WOOD-TV she is “very disappointed that they are even considering it, frankly.” Trump mentioned during an Oval Office event that he would “take a look at” pardoning the men, describing the trial as “somewhat of a railroad job.” Key plotters Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr. are serving long prison sentences on federal charges. Whitmer condemned political violence, referencing her response to Trump’s attempted assassination in July 2024. She plans to convey her concerns to the White House. Whitmer has faced criticism from fellow Democrats for meeting with Trump, though she defends working across party lines for Michigan’s benefit. A super PAC affiliated with Whitmer released polling showing strong support from Michiganders for her leadership.