Michigan Lawmakers Pushing for Impeachment Hearings Against Gov. Whitmer

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces new restrictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Lansing, Mich., on Nov. 15, 2020. Michigan Office of the Governor via AP

A group of lawmakers in Michigan are working on launching impeachment hearings against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat who has frustrated constituents with the harsh orders she’s made during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rep. Matt Maddock, a Republican, said that “a growing list of Legislators are calling forthwith for impeachment hearings for Governor Whitmer.”