Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan expressed her disappointment towards President Donald Trump's remarks about possibly pardoning individuals convicted of plotting to kidnap her in 2020. She stated her intention to relay these sentiments to the White House while condemning political violence universally. Whitmer recalled her condemnation of such violence when Trump faced an assassination attempt in 2024, underscoring that any form of political violence undermines democracy. Trump's comments were made during the swearing-in of Jeanine Pirro as U.S. attorney, where he suggested the convictions may have been unjust.
Trump's remarks regarding possible pardons for those convicted of plotting to kidnap Governor Whitmer have incited condemnation, with Gov. Whitmer affirming her disappointment publicly.
Whitmer has pledged to communicate her disagreement with the White House, reinforcing her belief in the necessity to denounce political violence unequivocally.
In light of political violence affecting figures on both sides, including Trump, Whitmer emphasizes the importance of a united stance against such acts, regardless of political affiliation.
The initial conspiracy to kidnap Whitmer, revealed in 2020, was bolstered by criticisms from right-wing factions, leading to a significant number of arrests and convictions.
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