Michigan Governor Accuses Trump of Playing ‘Political Games’ Over Border Crisis

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer criticized the former president while launching her fundraising campaign.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers remarks at an investment summit in National Harbor, Md., on May 04, 2023. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, took aim at former President Donald Trump while launching her fundraising campaign on Wednesday, accusing the Republican presidential nominee of tanking tough measures to tackle the border crisis.

Ms. Whitmer’s comments came after President Trump criticized her during an appearance in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Tuesday, calling her “radical,” “left-wing,” and a “terrible governor.”