Even when Republicans have a lot of power, it often will not be enough,

cross-posted from: https://midwest.social/post/21882690

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/24378813

Summary

In Minnesota’s evenly split state House (67-67), Republicans have temporarily seized control by exploiting a judicial ruling that disqualified a Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) legislator, giving the GOP a 67-66 edge.

Despite the lack of quorum and an upcoming special election likely to restore the tie, Republicans unilaterally elected a speaker and are blocking another DFL candidate certified as the winner after a recount.

Critics label this a “coup,” reflecting broader trends of minority rule and disregard for democratic norms.

Legal challenges are underway to restore balance.

  • JaggedRobotPubes@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3·
    8 hours ago

    They are trying to start a civil war.

    Americans aren’t going to submit to their bullshit. They might cause a ton of damage but they won’t succeed. Hopefully their bullshit stops non-violently, because it would suck to have to stop it violently.