Wisconsin Elections Commission

Tax Cut, Brewers Aid Top Legislative Agenda

GOP plan for $2.9 million tax cut could use up most of remaining state surplus.

Bill Would Make It Harder For Candidates To Be Kicked Off Ballots

Proposal, which touches on a 2022 Milwaukee school board race, would add clarity to signature process.

Election Deniers Make False Charges at Senate Hearing on Top Election Official

Attorney General says Republicans' hearing to consider ousting Meagan Wolfe is illegal.

Elections Administrator Won’t Attend Her Own Appointment Hearing

Decision based on opinion of Attorney General Kaul, who said there isn't actually an appointment process underway.

State Election Board Leaves Administrator In Legal Limbo

Commissioners split on whether Wolfe should testify to Senate.

Republicans Seek To Intervene In Democrats’ Absentee Voting Lawsuit

Lawsuit by Democratic groups seeks to restore access to drop boxes, allow clerks to cure ballots.

New Wisconsin Absentee Ballots Aim To Reduce Mistakes

Envelope targeted at making sure witness signature is provided.

WEC Deactivates 108,378 Voter Records

Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation Largely Silent On Trump’s January 6 Indictment

But Sen. Ron Johnson, who appears in charging document, says it is another example of "dual system of justice under Biden."

Judge Dismisses Rep. Brandtjen’s Military Ballot Lawsuit

Criminal case against former Milwaukee election official continues.

Artificial Intelligence Being Used To Generate Election Ads

"Synthetic media" allows coordination with super PACs, deep faces. Will it be regulated?

WEC Voter Education Project Wins National Award

State’s Top Elections Official Interviewed By Jan. 6 Investigators

US Department of Justice has subpoenaed Meagan Wolfe and Milwaukee's election official.

Republican-Controlled Senate Laying Groundwork To Fire Wisconsin Elections Chief

But Democrat on election board says there is nothing for Senate to actually vote on.

Elections Commission Deadlocks on Executive Director

3-3 vote means Meagan Wolfe will continue as director. Issue could go to courts.

Commission Supports Wolfe But Disagrees Whether Appointment Required

Will GOP Dump State Elections Leader?

Fate of Meagan Wolfe a high stakes decision for state voters, Republican image.

WEC Mails Postcards to Inactive Voters

Trial For Wisconsin’s Fake Electors Scheduled For Fall 2024

Jury trial would start two months before 2024 presidential election.

Republicans Stall Elections Reforms

Reforms backed by bipartisan Elections Commission, including elections inspector general, stripped from budget bill.

Will State Supreme Court Cool Its Ideological Rancor?

As of August 1, its hostility toward experts and democracy won't fly.

Statement on Joint Finance Committee Action on WEC Budget

Wisconsin Election Officials Turn Toward Certifying Results

Voters Pass Referendums Expanding Judges’ Power to Set Cash Bail

Referendums will amend state Constitution. Experts disagree on likely impact.

Election Day Reminders for April 4, 2023

Is Democracy at Stake in Supreme Court Race?

A conservative majority seems set on restricting voting rights.

Can Ex-Offenders Vote in Wisconsin?

The state's 65,000 convicted felons face tougher rules than in three neighboring states.

Public Testing of Wisconsin Voting Equipment Can Begin March 25

Rep. Donovan’s Reckless Driving Bills Approved By Legislature

And: Republicans block rule that bans conversion therapy, allowing controversial practice to continue.

How La Follette Helped Save Democracy

But his sudden retirement as Secretary of State has been blasted by Republicans.

Republican-Backed Bill Would Remove Ineligible Voters From State Database

But election officials say its unnecessary and could actually make elections less secure.

‘Election Integrity’ Bills Don’t Address Main Infraction

Few cases occur in state, usually involving felony probation status, which proposals ignore.

Third Ethics Complaint Filed Against Michael Gableman

Head of 2020 election review accused of repeated dishonesty, harassing public officials.

Cash Bail Amendment Will Appear On Ballots This Spring

Dane County judge rules against social justice groups.

Election Day Reminders for February 21, 2023

Early Voting Push Underway For Spring Primary

Early voting runs through Saturday.

Lawsuit Opposes Cash Bail Ballot Initiative

Social justice groups argue deadline missed so ballot initiative must be moved to 2024.

Meet The Candidates Seeking Open State Senate Seat

Three Republicans, one Democrat running for seat held by retiring Sen Alberta Darling.

Why State Voting Audit Was Remarkable

Largest hand recount in state history finds not one voting machine error, wins bipartisan praise.

Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Protect Voting Rights, Democracy in Wisconsin

Governor's proposal makes voting easier and more accessible for eligible voters, supports local election administration, ensures elections remain free and secure

Senator Agard and Democratic Colleagues Call on Senator LeMahieu to Remove Bob Spindell

State Audit Finds Voting Machines Near Perfect in 2022 Election

'Effective error rate" is 0 percent. Elections Commission members hail results.

Voting Equipment Audit Finds No Mechanical Errors

The largest post-election voting equipment audit in state history found no mechanical errors and that all audited voting equipment performed to certification standards.

New State GOP Chair Involved with Fake Electors

Brian Schimming went on talk radio to defend ‘peaceful protests’ at January 6 Capitol riot.

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID to vote in the Spring primary

Start the process now for a free ID to vote

Protasiewicz Outraises Opponents in State Supreme Court Race

A 3-1 advantage over her nearest opponent in total campaign donations.

Democrats Call For Spindell To Resign After Milwaukee Voting Comments

Republican-appointed elections commissioner said GOP should be proud of suppressing vote.

Senator Agard Calls for WEC’s Bob Spindell to Resign

Court Rules Spindell Needn’t Respond to Records Request

Elections Commission, not its members, must handle open records request, judge finds.

WisDems Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Racine Is The Center of State’s Election Conspiracy Universe

The unproven claims and legal challenges continue. How did Racine become ground zero?

Spindell Defends Himself, Spins His Comments

He sends media softening language not in his original email about suppressing votes.

BLOC Disappointed, but Not Surprised by comments from Commissioner Spindell

WisDems Statement on WEC Bob Spindell’s Admission of Milwaukee Voter Suppression

GOP Leader Thrilled to Suppress City Vote

Republican ads targeted Black and Hispanic voters to discourage voting. Did they work?

WEC Prepares to Approve Candidate Ballot Access

Kaul Should Charge Ron Johnson, 10 Fake Electors

Illegal efforts to overturn 2020 election should be prosecuted by Attorney General.

Ron Johnson Suggested Legislature Choose Electors in 2020 Election

Top state Republican Party leaders opposed senator's push to overturn election.

Report Calls For Criminally Charging State’s Fake Electors

Democracy protection group, Just Security, says 10 Republicans committed felonies.

Brandtjen, Leading Election Denier, Will Run for Open Senate Seat

Rep. Janel Brandtjen, kicked out of the Assembly GOP, wants to succeed Alberta Darling.

The War Over Democracy Isn’t Over

Both nationally and in Wisconsin there will be more attempts to undermine elections.

Will Elections Commission Fulfill Rep. Brandtjen’s Election Data Request?

Partisan body deadlocks on fulfilling her large request after Republicans remove election-denier from meeting.

Loudenback Concedes Loss for Secretary of State

Democrat Doug La Follette wins record 12th term and duties of office won't change.

All 72 County Canvasses Complete

Voter Sues Wisconsin Elections Commission Over Unlawful Delegation of Power and Duty

WILL lawsuit demands WEC to adhere to state law

Dan Bice Undermines Elections Commission

Journal Sentinel reporter’s attack helps reinforce election lies.

Four Things to Know Following the 2022 November General Election

Don’t Disband Elections Commission Says Its Administrator

Commission is bipartisan by design and must hold public meetings. Michels had suggested eliminating Walker-created commission.

Statement on Unofficial Results, Verification of Vote

La Follette Barely Leads Loudenbeck for Secretary of State

AP hasn't called race. Republican candidate John Lieber leads for State Treasurer.

No Major Issues on Election Day, State Officials Say

Election going smoothly, despite 'exceptional number' of observers at Milwaukee polls.

Court Won’t Block Counting Of Military Ballots

Lawsuit by Republican lawmaker sought to sequester military absentee ballots.

How Votes Will Be Counted in the Nov. 8 Election

Michels, Johnson Are Threats to Democracy

Both have engaged in or plan actions to overthrow democratic elections.

The Life Cycle of Election Ballots

State's election system has many checks and balances to assure integrity of election.

What To Expect on Election Night

WEC Offers Election Day Reminders for November 8

Why Wisconsin Election Results Will Come In Late

It all comes down to state regulations on counting absentee ballots.

Is Democracy Actually On the Ballot?

Republicans have promised numerous changes to how elections are run, while Michels claims they'll never lose another election if he wins.

Milwaukee Deputy Election Director Charged With Felony, Motive Revealed

Kimberly Zapata was fired Wednesday, now charged for improperly requesting absentee ballots.

WEC Statement Regarding Milwaukee Election Official

Vote, Your Neighbors Are Watching, GOP Flyer Warns

A 'creepy' Republican ploy 'to guilt-trip residents of a long-term care facility into voting.'

Waukesha Sheriff Investigating Absentee Ballots Sent to Rep. Brandtjen

Brandtjen, an election conspiracy promoter. claims three military ballots may be fraudulent.

Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights

Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of election

Steps to obtain an ID to vote explained

Obama Says Evers, Barnes Will ‘Fight For You’

In Milwaukee former president warns future of democracy hinges on 2022 election.

Elections Commission Retracts ‘Ballot Spoiling’ Guidance

After appeals court loss, state officials won't allow absentee voters to void ballot, re-vote.

Attorney General Candidates Spar Over Abortion, Gun Control in Debate

Race pits incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul against Republican challenger Eric Toney

Judge Rejects Request To Let Clerks Count Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Addresses

Dane County judge says injunction would "upend the status quo, not preserve it,"

Early In-Person Voting Begins In State

Even as election lawsuits continue, nearly 260,000 voters across Wisconsin have submitted absentee ballots.

Secretary Of State Race Could Be Critical

Overlooked office could help Loudenback, Republicans control elections, La Follette warns.

The Fall election is ahead, ensure you have an ID to vote

Eight Checks The State Uses to Prevent Voter Fraud

Such fraud is very rare, yet Wisconsin still takes many steps to prevent it.

Johnson’s Campaign Solicits Reports of Voter Fraud

U.S. Senator already "casting doubt" on results of election. Democrats charge.

Ron Johnson’s Campaign Hires Trump Recount Attorney

Jim Troupis attempted to get 220,000 ballots tossed, also implicated in fake electors scheme with Johnson.

WEC’s Postcard Mailing Initiative Helps Ensure Absentee Voting Remains Secure

League of Women Voters Sues To Block Absentee Ballot Correction Ruling

Lawsuit is one of many pending before upcoming election that would impact how absentee ballots can be counted.

Appeals Court Halts Restriction on Absentee Ballot Spoiling

Waukesha County judge ruled last week that absentee ballots couldn't be replaced at voter request. Democrats objected.

Activists Find Issues With Wisconsin’s Voter Records System

But politically-motivated effort finds no plot or widespread fraud.

Seven Questions For Tony Evers and Tim Michels

Gubernatorial candidates will square off Friday night in their only debate.