Laurel Libby Regains Vote in Maine House, but Must Remain Silent on House Floor

Laurel Libby regains vote in Maine House, but must remain silent on House floor

The Auburn Republican's emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court only requested that her voting rights, not her ability to speak, be restored while her lawsuit is pending.

Laurel Libby regains vote in Maine House, but remains silent on House floor

The Auburn Republican's emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court only requested that her voting rights, not her ability to speak, be restored while her lawsuit is pending.

After SCOTUS order, Libby returns to the House with a vote but still no speaking power

The censured Republican lawmaker tried to speak on several motions Thursday, but was ignored as Tuesday's court order did not extend beyond the return of her vote.