LANSING, Mich.– Michigan lawmakers refused Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s request to extend her COVID-19 state of emergency, Thursday as the standoff in Lansing continued into the evening.
The catalyst for all this: Governor Whitmer steadfastly refused to negotiate a quicker timeline for reopening the state.
Meanwhile, a day-long protest took place outside in driving rain. When it moved inside, the rally got even louder.
After House members began work, it was clear they intended to send some messages to the governor.
Senate bills limiting Gov. Whitmer’s emergency powers were first passed by the house. Whitmer has promised to veto.
The House also passed a number of bills codifying executive orders already in place to prevent disruptions.
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