FOR A SOLID MONTH, THE RAPTUROUS REVIEWS for Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's leadership during the coronavirus outbreak made her ascent to a plum role on the national political stage look like a sure bet in an otherwise uncertain world. There was escalating buzz about her prospects of becoming Joe Biden's running mate. Admiring testimonials from long-time political opponents. An appearance on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Skyrocketing approval ratings. Even barbs from President Donald Trump, one of her few detractors at the time, only served to solidify her image as a rising star in the political universe.
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