Turning to executive orders is reminiscent of the growing use of similar power by Pres. Trump, and Barack Obama before him, to accomplish their goals without lawmakers' agreement.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers tried for months to get the Republican-controlled Legislature to take up a pair of gun control bills, holding news conferences and touting polls showing strong public support. When Republicans wouldn't budge, Evers turned up the heat by turning to other powers of his office, using an executive order — his 54th in less than a year — to call a special session on the issue.
Turning to executive orders"is a rational reaction by an executive who finds their agenda gummed up by a state Legislature," said University of Wisconsin political science professor Barry Burden. To be able to show voters what they've accomplished, governors"start to look at things they can do unilaterally," he said.
He used his veto power to recast the state budget in dozens of ways, including increasing funding for schools. Republicans are now trying to scale back his veto powers through a lawsuit that the conservative-controlled Supreme Court agreed this month to hear directly and a constitutional amendment.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Here's the price Mitt Romney is paying for standing against TrumpThe Senate's most outspoken GOP critic of the president finds his motives are questioned, and worse.
Read more »
People With This Personality Trait Are More Likely to Hit Their Exercise GoalsAccording to a new study, the more goal-oriented you are, the more likely you are to exercise.
Read more »
Alabama GOP congressman says U.S. should demand quid pro quo when giving foreign aidAlabama GOP Rep. Mo Brooks said the U.S. 'better dadgum well' ask for quid pro quo when giving aid to foreign countries.
Read more »
Pretty Platinum Hair Ideas to Show Your StylistPlatinum hair is a cool-girl indicator —and surprisingly flattering to every complexion. From Taylor Swift to Mary J. Blige, here's how to werk the shade.
Read more »
Three Ways To Support Women At Your WorkplaceOne of the biggest challenges women face on their way to the top is that we work and live in a world, culture, and system that is designed for men.
Read more »