Tag

Governor Evers

All articles tagged with #governor evers

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Senate Republicans Fire 8 Evers Appointees, Drawing Criticism from State Leaders"

Wisconsin Republicans, in control of the state Senate, fired eight more of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ appointees, including two University of Wisconsin regents and four judicial watchdogs. The Senate also rejected confirmation for a member of the governor’s domestic abuse council and a member of the deferred compensation board. Governor Evers expressed frustration, accusing Republicans of exacting political punishment and retribution. The Senate majority leader defended the rejections, emphasizing the importance of appointees being qualified and law-abiding. Evers promptly appointed replacements for the ousted appointees.

via The Associated Press|

#appointees #governor-evers #politics

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Wisconsin GOP Passes New Legislative Maps to Address Gerrymandering

Republicans in Wisconsin passed new legislative district lines identical to those drawn by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, in an attempt to enact new maps before the state Supreme Court does. The maps, which would improve Democrats' chances in future races, were passed in the Senate and Assembly, with some Republicans joining Democrats in voting against them. Governor Evers indicated he would sign the maps if passed unchanged, while Democrats criticized Republicans for potential litigation and power retention tactics. The Wisconsin Elections Commission needs the maps in place by March 15 for this year's elections.

via WPR|

#democrats #governor-evers #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Wisconsin Supreme Court to Hear Gov. Evers' Lawsuit Against GOP Legislature"

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to hear Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ lawsuit against the Republican-controlled Legislature, with oral arguments set for April 17. The court will address the issue of the Legislature obstructing funding for state conservation programs, while holding off on two other issues raised by Evers. The lawsuit reflects the ongoing tensions between Evers and the GOP-controlled Legislature, with the court's liberal majority taking up the case.

via The Associated Press|

#governor-evers #lawsuit #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Last-Ditch Effort: Wisconsin Republicans Push for New Legislative Maps"

Wisconsin Republicans rushed to pass new Senate and Assembly maps in a last-ditch effort to avoid the liberal-controlled state Supreme Court from implementing new legislative district boundaries for the November election. The move came just hours after Democratic Gov. Tony Evers proposed maps, with Republicans making changes to reduce the number of Republican incumbents facing each other. The Senate passed the new maps, but Assembly Republicans were considering passing Evers' proposed maps without changes. The Wisconsin Supreme Court had previously ordered new maps, and the governor and Democrats appeared unlikely to support the new Republican maps.

via The Associated Press|

#governor-evers #legislative-maps #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Senate Republicans Approve Altered Maps Based on Evers' Plan"

Senate Republicans in Wisconsin voted to approve a legislative map plan based on Governor Evers' submission to the state Supreme Court, but with changes to protect Republican incumbents. The move comes ahead of a report analyzing map proposals, and the court's readiness to draw maps if an agreement isn't reached. Democrats criticized the vote as a desperate attempt to hold onto power, while the amended plan would need to return to the Assembly before reaching Evers, who signaled opposition to changes. The deadline to enact new districts is March 15.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#governor-evers #legislative-maps #politics

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Wisconsin Republicans Unveil Ambitious Tax Relief Package"

Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have proposed a $2.1 billion tax package aimed at low and middle earners, which includes expanding the state's second-lowest tax bracket to cover individuals earning between $19,000 and $150,000 annually. The package also involves exempting up to $75,000 of retirees' income and increasing tax credits for married filers and those with children. This announcement comes ahead of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' State of the State Address, where he plans to address workforce challenges. The proposed tax cuts are in response to Evers' previous vetoes of GOP tax cut proposals, and the governor's office has stated that Evers will review the proposals once the bills are released.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#governor-evers #income-tax #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Wisconsin Governor Sues GOP Lawmakers for Blocking Basic Functions and Withholding Pay Raises

Wisconsin's Democratic Governor Tony Evers has filed a lawsuit against the Republican-controlled Legislature, accusing them of obstructing basic government functions. Evers argues that the Legislature is blocking pay raises for university employees, state conservation programs, updates to building standards, and ethics standards for licensed professionals. He is asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court to take the case directly. The lawsuit is the latest development in the ongoing contentious relationship between Evers and the Republican Legislature.

via Yahoo News|

#governor-evers #lawsuit #pay-raises

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Governor of Wisconsin takes legal action against Republican Legislature for obstructing essential operations"

via Yahoo! Voices|

#governor-evers #lawsuit #pay-raises