Lansing—Governor Whitmer issued the following statement today on news that Mayor Mike Duggan is exiting the Michigan governor’s race.

“Mike was a great leader as mayor of Detroit, and he put Michigan first today. I share Mike’s focus on bringing people together at a time when so much in our politics is pulling us apart. 

“Democrats have momentum on our side because Michigan voters want leaders to tackle high costs, create jobs, protect our rights, and make Michigan the best place to live and raise a family. That’s what Democrats do. I look forward to helping our Democratic nominee earn Duggan’s supporters’ votes and electing a Democratic governor of Michigan in November.”