GOP seeks last-ditch laws in states where its power slipped

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — With their grip on power set to loosen come January, Republicans in several states are considering last-ditch laws to weaken Democrats and advance a conservative agenda.
Michigan Republicans want to water down a minimum wage law they approved before the election so it would not go to voters and now be easier to amend.
Republicans in neighboring Wisconsin are looking to dilute Democrat Tony Evers’ power before he takes over for Gov. Scott Walker. And in North Car