Four gubernatorial nominations to state boards have been withdrawn by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson because of opposition by state Sen. Steve Roberts, the governor’s spokesperson said in an email Wednesday. The email said Roberts, a St. Louis Democrat, had advocated for a paid position for himself on the Public Service Commission and for his father […] The post Missouri governor says Democrat senator blocked appointments after seeking one for himself appeared first on Missouri Independent.
The state Senate s top leader delivered a stern warning Wednesday to the governor s nominees for the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, saying lawmakers have "no confidence" in the transportation department s leadership and that could stall plans for major highway investments.
Paula Nickelson, who started her new position Tuesday, had served as deputy director since Feb. 1 and has worked for the department for more than 22 years.