Scott Walker (R) on Friday signed sweeping legislation that weakens the power of the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general, dismissing a national outcry over what Democrats have characterized as a blatant power grab. “There’s a lot of hype and hysteria, particularly in the national media, implying this is a power shift,” Walker said. What’s there doesn’t match the rhetoric attacking it.”The legislation erodes the ability of the governor to create rules that enact laws. (Joshua Roberts/Reuters)“Today, Governor Walker chose to ignore and override the will of the people of Wisconsin,” Evers said in a statement. “Through his actions, he’s acknowledging the importance of the legislature as a co-equal branch of government,” Vos said of Walker.

Source: Washington Post December 14, 2018 19:20 UTC