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Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws

Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.

Evers Hires Private Lawyers In Lame Duck Case

Suit seeks to overturn Republican laws limiting governor’s powers.

State Facing Endless Lawsuits?

Suits by governor, legislature, citizens coming on lame duck laws, gerrymandering.

Schimel’s Spoils System

DOJ gag order on his employees shows the impact of ending civil service protections.

How Legislature is Bypassing the Courts

Foxconn law builds on 2013 law that restricts court review of state legislation.

County Executive Not Exempt From Judicial Review

A resolution granting authorization to refile the lawsuit is now before the Board.

Talgo to keep trains, get $10 million more in settlement

Talgo to receive up to $9.75 million from Wisconsin over train lawsuit

How Republicans Cause Voter Fraud

False claims of rampant voter fraud by GOP and talk radio prompt their followers to vote illegally.

Walker’s Sweet Revenge Against John Doe Prosecutors

Walker’s office gets to choose the attorneys defending John Chisholm and company from a federal suit.

Did Republicans Blow It?

The court decision striking down collective bargaining law exposes obvious constitutional problems with it.