Whitmer's latest COVID news conference is underway. Starting by urging everyone to request an absentee ballot today
SOS Benson urges Legislature to change a Senate-passed bill that lets clerks process absentee ballots earlier. She says giving them an extra day isn't enough. Clerks and others are seeking 7 days #MiLeg
Whitmer, asked if she will move to stop Trump rallies, notes there are First Amendment rights, says doesn't make a lot of sense realistically to try to enforce. Implores candidates to follow state/federal guidance. 'Do the right thing.'
Whitmer say she is 'very concerned' about case trends in Regions 6 and 8 (northern Michigan), where restrictions are not tight as the rest of the state
Whitmer: No plans to move Lansing region back to phase 3 after outbreak at MSU
Whitmer, asked about the prospect of fans being able to attend UM, MSU football games, says for it to even be an option, people need to mask up now
Whitmer on northern Michigan: When (numbers) continuously climb, we may have to dial back a little.' Khaldun notes UP is in line with some other areas of the state.
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