Gretchen Whitmer & Enbridge

Gretchen Whitmer: Governor Whitmer's administration issued the permits despite her earlier promise to shut down Line 5, drawing criticism from opponents.

Enbridge: Enbridge received key permits for its Line 5 tunnel project, advancing the project and reducing regulatory risk. The company faces ongoing litigation and must meet mitigation conditions.

Gretchen Whitmer: Governor Whitmer's administration issued other permits for the tunnel, but she remains involved in litigation to shut down the existing pipeline.

Enbridge: Enbridge is the owner of Line 5 and the proposed tunnel project. The court's decision vacates a key permit, delaying the project and adding regulatory uncertainty, though the existing pipeline continues to operate.

Gretchen Whitmer: Governor's 2020 shutdown order is being challenged in court; state appealed a ruling against it.

Enbridge: Received the federal permit, advancing its tunnel project and reducing regulatory risk, though legal challenges remain.