Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Urges USMCA Extension During Detroit Auto Show Speech
Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for the extension of the USMCA trade deal on January 15. She warned that allied ties are vital to competing with China.
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Speaking at the Detroit auto show on January 15, 2026, Michigan Governor gretchen whitmer called on the Trump administration to prioritize the extension of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement with Canada 
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MX. gretchen whitmer addressed the critical nature of this trade pact for the future of auto production in the United States 
US, stressing that continuity in regional trade is essential for maintaining a competitive edge in the global marketplace.
CAand Mexico MX. gretchen whitmer addressed the critical nature of this trade pact for the future of auto production in the United States US, stressing that continuity in regional trade is essential for maintaining a competitive edge in the global marketplace.
