"Michigan's certification process should be a deliberate process free from threats and intimidation. Allegations of fraudulent behavior should be taken seriously, thoroughly investigated, and if proven, prosecuted to the full extent of the law. And the candidates who win the most votes win elections and Michigan's electoral votes. These are simple truths that should provide confidence in our elections"
Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey and Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield
They're basically saying, give us Covid cash and we'll see what we can do.
Covid seems to be the catch-all excuse these days.
quid pro quo