Whitmer, West Michigan Democrats talk housing affordability in Grand Rapids

Whitmer, West Michigan Democrats talk housing affordability in Grand Rapids

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined state and federal Democrats and housing advocates in Grand Rapids Monday to discuss boosting housing supply and how rising prices are pushing first‑time homeownership out of reach for some residents.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visits West Michigan to discuss new policies to solve state's housing crisis.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other state leaders visited Grand Rapids on Monday to discuss housing policies aimed at solving Michigan's severe housing crisis. WATCH: Whitmer visits Grand Rapids, discusses new policies to address housing crisis Whitmer visits Grand Rapids, discusses new policies to address housing crisisaAccording to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, the state is facing surging home prices and a shortage of 119,000 h…