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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.

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Democratic Gov. Tony Evers signs new legislative maps into law Feb. 19, 2024, at the Capitol in Madison. The maps, drawn by the governor's office and approved by the Republican-led Legislature, create new boundaries in races for state Assembly and state Senate that could end a 13-year era of lopsided Republican majorities.
In this March 21 file photo, attorney Marc Elias stands on the plaza of the Supreme Court in Washington.
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Overview

  • 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.