"Governor Evers Takes Legal Action Against GOP Legislature for Blocking Basic Functions"

Wisconsin Democratic Governor Tony Evers has filed a lawsuit against the Republican-controlled Legislature, accusing them of obstructing basic government functions, including the approval of pay raises for university employees. Evers is seeking the intervention of the liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court to bypass lower courts. The lawsuit also highlights the Legislature's blocking of state conservation programs, updates to building standards, and ethics standards for licensed professionals. This lawsuit is the latest development in the ongoing contentious relationship between Evers and the Republican Legislature.