Wisconsin Supreme Court Asked to Reconsider Congressional Maps
Governor Tony Evers pushes for a review of the state's congressional districts to ensure fairness, following recent changes to legislative maps.
- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers requests the state Supreme Court to examine and potentially alter the federal congressional district lines, aiming to end gerrymandering.
- Evers's action comes after a victory in altering state legislative maps, which now give Democrats a chance to compete for control of the legislature.
- The current congressional maps, drawn under a 'least change' approach, heavily favor Republicans, with a 6-2 advantage in House seats.
- A legal challenge to the congressional maps has been filed, with the state Supreme Court's decision on taking up the case pending.
- The request for map reconsideration is part of a broader effort to ensure electoral fairness at all levels in Wisconsin.