'This is good news for Michiganders everywhere who are worried about COVID-19's impact on their community,' Whitmer wrote Monday.
President Donald Trump authorized federal funding Monday for the state of Michigan to mobilize 3,000 members of the National Guard to assist with coronavirus-related activities, according to Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
"This is good news for Michiganders everywhere who are worried about COVID-19's impact on their community," said Whitmer in a statement sent toMonday."Now, our dedicated National Guardsmen and women can help ensure access to meals for families who need them, or medical supplies for our health care professionals. They'll help us get Michiganders tested and keep our public places clean.
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