Wisconsin Supreme Court Flips to Liberal Control, Prompting Lawsuit Against GOP Maps

Liberal justice Janet Protasiewicz was sworn in, giving progressives their first Wisconsin Supreme Court majority since 2008.
Protasiewicz focused her campaign on abortion rights and may play a role in debates over voting rights, abortion access, and redistricting.
A lawsuit filed by Democrats and advocacy groups asks the court to strike down Republican-drawn legislative maps as unconstitutional gerrymanders.
The lawsuit argues the GOP maps divided communities and prevented fair representation, violating the state constitution.
If successful, the case could require redrawing all legislative districts before the 2024 elections, impacting the battle for control of the state legislature.