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Governors Face Backlash Over Costly Veto Blunders

5/23/2025

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In a surprising blunder, North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong mistakenly vetoed a hefty $35 million from the housing budget, aiming for a smaller grant instead. Legislative council director John Bjornson labeled it an "extraordinary mistake." Meanwhile, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen grapples with looming deadlines on his vetoes, prompting both states to consider special sessions to rectify these costly errors.

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In a surprising blunder, North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong mistakenly vetoed a hefty $35 million from the housing budget, aiming for a smaller grant instead. Legislative council director John Bjornson labeled it an "extraordinary mistake." Meanwhile, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen grapples with looming deadlines on his vetoes, prompting both states to consider special sessions to rectify these costly errors.