MADISON, WI (WTAQ) – Multiple media reports say St. Croix County Circuit Judge R. Michael Waterman has upheld Gov. Tony Evers’ mask mandate in the face of a conservative challenge.
Judge Waterman ruled today (Monday) that Evers did not overstep his authority by issuing multiple emergency orders on the coronavirus.
Evers says the mask order was within his power and that he has followed the recommendations of public health experts.
The lawsuit argued that Evers can issue only one emergency declaration per crisis. It also says Wisconsin’s infection numbers have continued to rise since the mask mandate was imposed in August, proving masks are ineffective in the fight against COVID-19.
The mask mandate is set to expire November 21st.
The Wisconsin Institute For Law & Liberty challenged the order and promises an appeal of Judge Waterman’s decision.
Judge Waterman’s ruling is available here.
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