Wisconsin Elections Commission

Marquette Poll Retooled for 2024 Election

E-mails and texts replacing random phone calls.

RFK Jr. Suing to Remove His Name From Wisconsin Presidential Ballot

Argues that keeping him on the ballot violates his right to free speech and association.

A Summer of Intense Politics

With more to come in the next two months.

Activists Spent $1.3 Million, Almost 90% From Arkansas, Trying To Recall Robin Vos

Vos, the GOP Assembly Speaker, was subject to multiple failed recall attempts.

Northern Wisconsin Town Accused of Violating Law by Pulling Voting Machines

US DOJ threatens lawsuit against Thornapple, WI; voters with disabilities need machines.

In De Pere, JD Vance Blasts Elections Commission for Keeping RFK Jr. on Ballot

Bipartisan commission followed state law in not removing RFK Jr.'s name.

Despite Ending Campaign, RFK Jr. Will Be on Wisconsin Ballot in November

Independent candidate dropped out and endorsed Donald Trump, but could still draw votes.

State Supreme Court Rejects Request to Hear Recall Attempt From Vos Opponents

Another loss for group trying to oust Vos for refusing to overturn Trump's 2020 election loss.

Jill Stein, Green Party Will Appear on Wisconsin Ballots, Supreme Court Declines To Hear Challenge

Court, in unsigned brief, says it won't take up Democrats attempt to block Stein from ballot.

Brookfield, New Berlin Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Use of secured drop boxes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, as did politicization of the practice.

Wisconsin DNC Delegates Express Optimism After Harris’s DNC Speech

Democrats in the Windy City say they're ready to bring the energy and enthusiasm from the convention home, mobilize voters.

Republicans, Democrats Play Games With Third Parties on Wisconsin Ballot Access

Green Party, Kennedy, West all receiving help or opposition, depending on circumstance.

Kennedy, Cornel West File To Appear On Wisconsin Presidential Ballot

Four independent candidates filed signatures to run for president in Wisconsin. Nine candidates could appear.

Wisconsin Department of Justice Working to Protect Fair Elections

AG Kaul Issues Reminder: Intimidating Voters and Threatening Election Workers is Illegal

County Treasurer Lied About Political Mailer?

More questions about how Dave Cullen charged taxpayers for campaign-oriented literature.

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls

Can Rep. Clancy Win Reelection?

Incumbent Democratic faces heavy opposition from his own party backing challenger Jarrod Anderson.

Harris to Visit Milwaukee as Wisconsin Delegates Pledge Support

All eight Milwaukee-area delegates are said to have pledged support for Harris.

DMV Offers Information On Obtaining An ID for Voting

Why Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes Are Now Legal

The explanation begins with a highly unusual 2022 Wisconsin Supreme Court decision.

Elections Commission Issues Bipartisan Guidance On How To Use Restored Ballot Drop Boxes

Best practice recommendations include placing drop boxes in well-lit areas, recording when ballots are removed, reporting any damage.

Election Experts Defend Wisconsin’s System, Condemn Disinformation

But RNC leaders call for 5,000 volunteers to monitor elections in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Restores Ballot Drop Box Access

Decision reverses a 2022 ruling, restores use of unmanned boxes to return absentee ballots.

Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Drake wins first of two races to replace Lena Taylor. Election has attempted disruptions.

New Class of Clerks Prepares to Run Elections

Some 2,000 local clerks in Wisconsin will face heightened stress of running elections.

Rule Changes in Effect for Nomination Paper Period for Some Independent Candidates Seeking Oval Office

Second Vos Recall Rejected by Wisconsin Elections Commission

In 4-2 vote, commissioners said around 188 recall signatures were collected outside 60-day deadline

Court Rules Voters With Disabilities Can Get Absentee Ballots by Email

Dane County judge's decision affects only November election in state.

Kaul Finds Private Vendors Can Help With Elections

Election clerks were confused by impact of constitutional amendment passed in April.

Elections Commission Says Vos Recall Organizers Submitted Enough Signatures

But signatures are from his old district, which leaves legal questions about that to resolve.

Robin Vos’ Republican Challenger Drops Out of Race

Decision by Andrew Cegielski leaves Assembly Speaker without a primary opponent.

Wisconsin’s System Lets Few Ineligible Voters on Felony Probation Slip Through

Less than 11 ineligible voters per year. Misunderstandings of the rules a major reason.

Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy

Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.

State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot

WEC says it cannot initiate its own investigation, sworn complaint needed to start probe.

Representative LaKeshia Myers Considers Appeal of Wisconsin Election Commission Decision

WEC Rules for Independent Dist. 12 Assembly Candidate, Grants Ballot Access

Deanna Alexander’s Candidacy Prevails Over Assembly Democrat Campaign Group’s Allegations

Documents Undercut False Electors’ Claim It Was a Contingency Plan

Emails, texts in state's case against plotters suggest goal was to sow chaos before Jan. 6.

Vos Challenges Second Recall Attempt

Republican Assembly Speaker argues recall effort against him got signatures in wrong district.

Leaders of 2020 Wisconsin Fake Electors Scheme Charged With Felonies

Attorney General Josh Kaul charges Kenneth Chesebro, Jim Troupis and Michael Roman.

Lawsuit Complicates Absentee Voting in Wisconsin

Could disenfranchise 'tens of thousands' of voters, state election commission warns.

One-Fourth of Assembly Will Be Newbies

Fair maps drawn by both parties for first time in 12 years could transform the Assembly.

Evers Names 3 New Members of UW Board of Regents

But one would replace Republican-appointed regent who refuses to step down.

Nearly Half of Legislature Won’t Run in Old Districts

Redistricting shakes up Legislature for both Democrats and Republicans.

Vos Critics Submit Recall Petitions Again

They claim to have more than 9,000 signatures. Earlier effort this year to recall Assembly Speaker Robin Vos fell short.

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Recall of Congressional, County, and State Officials

Lawsuit Argues Cash Bail Amendment Was Improperly On Ballot

Dane County judge is weighing whether overturn 2023 amendments approved by voters

Dueling Radio Ads Call For, Oppose Recalling Robin Vos

Conservative activists are on their second attempt this year to recall Republican Assembly Speaker.

Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated

New maps affect elections for 4th state Senate District and 8th US House District.

Liberal Justices Question State Supreme Court’s Ban on Ballot Drop Boxes

Lawsuit by voter mobilization group Priorities USA seeks to overturn 2022 ruling.

Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Challenging Absentee Ballot Requirements

Now-dismissed lawsuit is just one of many concerning absentee ballots and their handling.

Rights Clash in Records Dispute

Battle over voting by those deemed mentally incompetent is complicated.

Running for Legislature Not So Simple

Legislative hopefuls face strict rules, deadlines, paperwork.

Conservative Firm Sues Wisconsin Elections Commission for State Voter List

Public Interest Legal Foundation, which pushes to purge voter rolls, sues WEC's leader.

Activists Demand Robert Spindell’s Removal From Elections Commission

One of 10 fake electors, he also backed suppression of minority vote in Milwaukee.

Making The Jump From ‘Inmate to ‘Voter’

Andron Lane's long journey to see his voting rights restored.

Public Hearing Considers New Rule for Election Observers

State elections commission consulted local election clerks, poll workers, political parties.

Voters With Disabilities Demand Electronic Voting Option

Lawsuit seeks electronic absentee option to protect privacy, but some have security concerns.

Josh Kaul Investigating Fake Electors?

Wisconsin attorney general's office interviewed Kenneth Chesebro, part of 'active' probe.

Wisconsin Elections Chief Meagan Wolfe Gets Increased Security

Election workers have faced threats. Trump claimed Wolfe would 'try to steal' election.

Wisconsin Elections Commission Rejects Vos Recall

The bipartisan commission found organizers fell short of the signatures needed to force a recall.

Republicans File Complaints About Milwaukee, Madison Election Staffing

But election officials in both communities say all appropriate protocols were followed.

First Vos Recall Attempt Fell Short

State Elections Commission says organizers lacked enough signatures. But a new effort to recall Assembly Speaker is ongoing.

Eric Hovde Says Most Nursing Home Residents Not ‘At a Point to Vote’

GOP senate candidate echoes Trump's unproven claim of 'crooked' votes in 2020 election.

Voters Throw Shade on Biden, Trump

Nearly 180,000 primary voters refused to vote for either. What's does that mean for Wisconsin?

Petition Asks State Supreme Court to Limit Challenges to Election Laws

Granting standing based on 'vote pollution' will create chaos, Democrats contend.

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of election

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s election

Ballot Questions on Election Administration Too Vague, Officials Say

Wisconsin residents will vote Tuesday on two proposed constitutional amendments.

Election Day Reminders for April 2

Second Recall Effort Aimed At Robin Vos

Driven by same organizers behind first recall attempt, who appeared to be short of required signatures.

WEC Receives No Labels Ballot Status Petition

Vos Recall Organizers Ask Dane County Judge For More Time

Lawsuit by Vos says they lack enough signatures. Recall group seeks delay until Supreme Court decides which district voting map applies.

DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to use at the polls

Protasiewicz Will Not Step Aside in Racine Voting Case

The Wisconsin Elections Commission says the case could have statewide implications for absentee voting.

Public Test of Voting Equipment Can Begin March 23

Vos Says Recall Effort ‘Plagued With Fraud and Criminality’

Assembly Speaker also claims recall can't happen because state Supreme Court struck down GOP-drawn legislative maps

Elections Commission Endorses New Rules for Election Observers

Proposal would specify where observers can stand.

Democratic Proposal Would Bar Fake Electors From Serving As Election Officials

The legislation would disqualify Bob Spindell from his seat on the Wisconsin Elections Commission

Milwaukee Election Official Guilty of Election Fraud

Jury finds Kimberly Zapata guilty of a felony. Sentencing will take place on May 2.

Milwaukee Election Official Testifies in Defense of Accused Worker

Kimberly Zapata, on trial for election fraud, was a 'whistleblower,' her attorney says.

Will Wisconsin Supreme Court Legalize Absentee Ballot Boxes?

It rejected three issues raised in lawsuit and will rule on only one. Why?

Robin Vos Calls Recall Organizers ‘Whack Jobs’ and ‘Morons’

Assembly Speaker plans to challenge the recall petitions filed against him.

Trial Underway for Former Milwaukee Official Charged With Election Fraud

Opening statements were Monday for trial of Kimberly Zapata.

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID

About That Recall Effort Against Robin Vos

The campaign by Vos haters is anti-democratic. Here's why.

State Supreme Court Will Reconsider Absentee Drop Boxes

Prior's court's conservative majority had banned their use in Wisconsin.

Vos Recall Appears Short on Signatures

Which map of district should be used? Elections Commission says state Supreme Court must decide.

‘Recall Vos’ Organizers Deliver Signatures in Bid to Remove Assembly Speaker

7,000 signatures needed, conservative activists say they have 11,000 to recall Robin Vos.

Vos Recall Organizers Face Pivotal Deadline

Conservatives hoping to oust Wisconsin's longest serving Assembly Speaker need nearly 7,000 signatures

Documents Suggest Trump Fake Elector Scheme Originated In Wisconsin

Emails and text messages between Wisconsin natives Troupis and Chesebro give far more insight into scheme that culminated in deadly Jan. 6 riot

State High Court Should Review Our Gerrymandered Congressional Districts

Just how gerrymandered are Wisconsin's districts? Let's look at the numbers.

Republicans Appeal Court Order Protecting Top State Election Official

Dane County judge ruled that GOP legislators can't remove Meagan Wolfe from office.

Spring Primary Goes Smoothly

Gov. Evers Slams Senate Republicans for Once Again Baselessly Firing Qualified Appointees, Names Immediate Appointments to Ensure Critical Government Operations Continue

Evers Signs Legislative Maps Into Law, Ending Court Fight

Maps reduce GOP's advantage, GOP avoids court drawing new maps via gerrymandering lawsuit.

Gov. Evers Signs Fair Maps for Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Wisconsinites Undoing a Decade of Wisconsinites Living Under Among the Most Gerrymandered Maps in the United States

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s primary

Bill Requires UW ‘Automatic Admission’

Legislature passes mandate for UW-Madison to accept top 5% of high school grads, other universities the top 10%.

Republicans Pass Evers’ Legislative Maps

Governor had promised to sign such a bill. Democrats warn of trickery.

Green Party Candidate Will Be On Wisconsin’s Presidential Ballot

Democrats fear a loss of votes that could defeat President Joe Biden.

New Call For Bob Spindell To Resign Elections Post

Spindell, a fake elector participant, says he has done more for Black community than any white Republican.