Governor Gretchen Whitmer Reveals Trump Said He Would Not Pardon Men Convicted in Kidnapping Plot.
Lansing, Michigan — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer disclosed today that President Donald Trump told her he would not pardon the men convicted in the 2020 kidnapping conspiracy plot against her. Whitmer made the revelation during an interview, shedding light on private conversations she had with Trump amid the tense political climate following the foiled kidnapping attempt.
President personally told me that he would not consider pardoning those individuals involved in the plot,” Whitmer said. “It was a clear indication of his stance at the time, and I appreciated his honesty.”
The plot involved a group of individuals linked to extremist groups who planned to abduct Whitmer from her home in Michigan. Several men were convicted in federal court earlier this year for their roles in the conspiracy, which authorities described as a serious threat to her safety and to the stability of democratic institutions.
Whitmer’s disclosure comes amid ongoing debates about accountability and the political motivations behind the plot. Critics argue that the case underscores the dangerous rhetoric and actions of some political figures, while supporters emphasize the importance of justice and rule of law.
In response to the revelation, a spokesperson for Trump did not immediately comment. The incident highlights the continuing political tension surrounding the plot and the broader issues of extremism and security in the United States.
Whitmer has been an outspoken critic of political violence and has called for increased efforts to combat domestic extremism, especially in the wake of the attempted kidnapping.
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