Wisconsin Mayor Faces Investigation Over Ballot Drop Box Removal

Wausau Mayor Doug Diny's actions have prompted a state investigation and sparked controversy over election security.

The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating Wausau Mayor Doug Diny for removing the city's only absentee ballot drop box without consulting the city clerk.
Diny, who opposes the use of drop boxes, claims he removed it due to security concerns, but critics argue it violates state election law.
The ballot box has been returned and secured outside City Hall, following an outcry from voting rights groups and local officials.
Diny's actions have intensified debates over election security in Wisconsin, a key swing state with a contentious Senate race.
Community activists are calling for a federal investigation, emphasizing the potential legal implications of Diny's decision.