Who's Running 2028
Updated June 23, 2026
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Is Gretchen Whitmer running for president in 2028?

Maybe - Gretchen Whitmer is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Gretchen Whitmer has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Said she will not run, then walked it back.

Gretchen Whitmer at a glance

  • PartyDemocratic
  • Current roleGovernor of Michigan
  • Age (2026)54
  • Home stateMichigan
  • 2028 statusPossible
  • Age on Inauguration Day 202957

Where things stand

Popular swing-state governor often listed as a top contender. In May 2026 she said she would not make a 2028 bid, then immediately softened it to 'never say never.'

Her intentions are genuinely ambiguous as of mid-2026.

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Quick answers

Gretchen Whitmer 2028: frequently asked questions

Is Gretchen Whitmer running for president in 2028?
Maybe - Gretchen Whitmer is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Gretchen Whitmer has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Said she will not run, then walked it back.
What party is Gretchen Whitmer in?
Gretchen Whitmer is a member of the Democratic Party. Current role: Governor of Michigan.
How old is Gretchen Whitmer?
Gretchen Whitmer is 54 years old (as of June 2026), and would be 57 on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2029.
Has Gretchen Whitmer officially announced a 2028 campaign?
As of June 2026, no - Gretchen Whitmer has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign. Said she will not run, then walked it back.
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