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‘We must continue’: Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extends Michigan quarantine through June 12

By Spencer Neale
Published May 22, 2020 9:59pm ET
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‘We must continue’: Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extends Michigan quarantine through June 12
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency in response to a water main break north of Detroit, leaving thousands under a boil water advisory. | (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

One of the most scrutinized politicians in the United States is pushing back the reopening of businesses in her state amid concerns regarding the spread of the coronavirus.

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delayed the reopening of her state from May 29 to June 12. Her executive order will affect public venues such as gyms, casinos, and movie theaters.

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