Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer met privately with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office to urge a change in his administration's tariff policies. Whitmer emphasized that the automotive industry in Michigan, a key sector for the state's economy, is being adversely affected by the tariffs implemented under Trump's administration. She warned that these tariffs are threatening auto jobs and increasing costs for manufacturers, undermining the competitiveness of Michigan's automotive sector. Whitmer's appeal highlighted the need for a shift away from broad tariff measures toward more targeted trade policies to protect the state's manufacturing base and preserve employment. The governor's concerns were echoed by Michigan Representative Haley Stevens, who criticized the tariffs for raising costs and putting pressure on manufacturers. The meeting underscores growing tensions between the administration's trade approach and the economic interests of key industrial states like Michigan.