LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Thursday she had a "productive" meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House, where they discussed jobs, tariffs and other topics.

Gretchen Whitmer met with President Donald Trump to discuss issues important to Michigan, including jobs, tariffs and Great Lakes protection. The meeting follows concerns that proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico could negatively impact Michigan's auto industry and manufacturing base.

President Trump met with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Thursday at the White House for what the Democratic governor described as a “productive meeting.” “I had a productive meeting at the White House today with President Trump where we discussed bringing good paying jobs to Michigan,