Wisconsin Voters Reject GOP-Backed Measures to Limit Governor's Spending Power

The proposed constitutional amendments aimed to increase legislative control over federal funds, but were defeated in a high-turnout primary.

Both ballot measures were rejected by 58% of voters, marking a rare defeat for constitutional amendments in Wisconsin.
Democrats argued the measures would slow down emergency funding and add bureaucratic red tape.
Republicans proposed the amendments following disputes over Gov. Tony Evers' handling of COVID-19 relief funds.
This was the first time since 1996 that a constitutional amendment was defeated at the ballot box in Wisconsin.
High voter turnout was recorded, with 26% of eligible voters participating, the highest for a primary in 60 years.