Senate GOP approves resolution calling on Evers to order special election for secretary of state

The state Senate voted 20-11 along party lines to call on Dem Gov. Tony Evers to order a special election for secretary of state after he appointed former State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to the office. Under state law, guvs have the power to fill vacancies in the office through appointment or by calling a special election. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, R-Oostburg, said Evers violated his ...