LANSING, Mich., December 7, 2020 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding Governor Whitmer’s extension of her administration’s statewide shutdown.

“Michigan businesses and families cannot withstand another shutdown, and I am calling on Governor Whitmer to reverse course and allow Michiganders the freedom to work, go to school, and be with their families during this holiday season. Instead of asking for $400 million dollars in aid, Whitmer should be removing the restrictions she imposed, that are causing the need for aid in the first place.”