MADISON, Wis. – The latest demonstration by right-wing groups against measures to contain the coronavirus came to Wisconsin on Friday, with hundreds of people ignoring social distancing recommendations and crowding together on the steps of the state Capitol to protest the Democratic governor's stay-home order.
With the building closed, the protesters — some with banners supporting President Donald Trump — stood outside in chilly weather waving American flags or wearing them as masks and capes.
Many carried signs criticizing Gov. Tony Evers and the stay-at-home order he issued that closed most nonessential businesses until May 26. “We think there’s been a major overstep in our rights by our governor,” said Paris Procopis, one of the