"Michigan Governor Whitmer Overcomes Opposition to Sign Surrogacy Decriminalization Bills"

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills into law making it easier for people to use pregnancy surrogates, prompting a divide between Democrats and Republicans in the state. The legislation updates Michigan's surrogacy law, allowing for compensation in surrogacy agreements, but facing opposition from the majority of GOP lawmakers who raised concerns about exploitation of women and redefining the family. Whitmer emphasized the importance of supporting families, while Republicans argued the bills pose dangerous pitfalls.