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Senator Aric Nesbitt, a member of the Michigan State Senate, posted several comments on his Twitter account on August 29, 2025, addressing recent political developments involving Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The tweets focused on issues surrounding voting rights and the governor's activities abroad.

In his first post at 16:19 UTC, Nesbitt wrote: "After months of unrelenting pressure from Republicans Governor Whitmer has come to her senses and realized denying the people of her state the right to vote is not going to help with her Presidential aspirations.

While I’m happy the 35th will have their voices heard, we must https://t.co/yPAh4siBxI".

Shortly after, at 16:25 UTC, he added: "And if helpful here is a version in Japanese since Whitmer is spending her time there instead of getting a budget for our state. https://t.co/Wp73Cyf3kG".

Later that day at 16:50 UTC, Nesbitt commented further with a brief statement: "Shocker!

https://t.co/6xgSmaR4Ci https://t.co/wxms5fRmwq".

Nesbitt’s remarks refer to ongoing debates within Michigan over election scheduling and governance. In recent months, Republican lawmakers have criticized decisions that they argue limited voters' ability to participate in special elections or delayed representation for certain districts. The mention of Governor Whitmer's travel highlights criticism from some legislators regarding her international engagements while state legislative matters remain unresolved.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has previously faced scrutiny over her out-of-state trips and presidential ambitions. Political tensions between Michigan’s executive branch and legislative leaders have intensified as both sides debate budget priorities and election procedures.