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July 7, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Bar disciplinary committee recommends Rudy Guiliani be disbarred

Bar disciplinary committee recommends Rudy Guiliani be disbarred Republican introduces redundant bill to ban noncitizens from voting Daily Docket — Friday, July 7 Lessons From 303 Creative: We …

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July 7, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Judge hands down victory for Florida voters

Judge hands down victory for Florida voters U.S. Supreme Court keeps Mississippi’s felony disenfranchisement policy in place. View this email in your browser 07/07/2023 Last week, the …

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July 6, 2023 at 10:14 PM

Harris County, Texas files lawsuit against discriminatory election administration law

Harris County, Texas files lawsuit against discriminatory election administration law Tennessee high court upholds barriers for those with prior felony convictions. Daily Docket — Thursday, July 6 …

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July 5, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Judge blocks parts of Florida voter suppression law

Judge blocks parts of Florida voter suppression law Republicans challenging Minnesota’s re-enfranchisement law. Daily Docket — Wednesday, July 5 Despite Small Improvements, State Supreme Courts…

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June 30, 2023 at 10:02 PM

U.S Supreme Court allows Mississippi felony disenfranchisement provision to remain

The Court declines to hear Ohio case invoking ISL theory.  Daily Docket — Friday, June 30 Here's what to expect in the courts next month.To prepare you for the month ahead, we’ve outlined what courtroom activity and fillings we anticipate as well as what outstanding decisions we are watching for.He…

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June 30, 2023 at 12:02 PM

No Moore ISL theory: U.S. Supreme Court rejects radical legal theory

On Tuesday, the nation’s highest court ruled that state legislatures cannot act unconstrained.  06/30/2023 On Tuesday, in an incredible win for democracy, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the radical independent state legislature (ISL) theory. With this decision, state courts will still be able to h…

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June 29, 2023 at 10:04 PM

Iowa court rules that voting materials can be in non-English languages

U.S. Supreme Court ends affirmative action in this morning’s decision.  Daily Docket — Thursday, June 29 Here are some updates you might have missed.An Iowa court ruled that counties can provide election materials in languages other than English. Previously, the secretary of state was prohibited fro…

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June 28, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Pro-voting parties in Alabama submit remedial map proposal

There was a hearing held in a Florida voter suppression lawsuit.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, June 28 ICYMI, Marc detailed his thoughts on the rejection of the fringe independent state legislature (ISL) theory following the big victory for democracy in Moore v. Harper yesterday. Here are some updates…

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June 27, 2023 at 10:02 PM

No Moore ISL theory

State supreme courts can curb partisan gerrymandering.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, June 27 Today, the U.S. Supreme Court dropped its decision in the landmark case Moore v. Harper.  In a big win for democracy, a majority of the Court ruled to reject the radical independent state legislature (ISL) theo…

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June 26, 2023 at 10:08 PM

U.S. Supreme Court blocks Louisiana’s congressional map

Michigan Democrats introduce state-level Voting Rights Act.  Daily Docket — Monday, June 26 Here are some updates you may have missed. Today, the U.S. Supreme Court reinstated an order blocking Louisiana’s congressional map for diluting the voting strength of Black voters. The move paves the way for…

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June 23, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Nevada governor signs two more pro-voting bills

Still no decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in Moore v. Harper.  Daily Docket — Friday, June 23 This Sunday marks the 10-year anniversary of Shelby County v. Holder, the landmark case that gutted the preclearance requirements of the Voting Rights Act. Read how the disastrous decision has paved th…

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June 23, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Ten years since the Supreme Court gutted a key portion of the VRA

In Virginia, thousands were unable to vote in the primary.  06/23/2023 It's been two weeks since the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Allen v. Milligan, a year since Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and ten years since Shelby County v. Holder. These three landmark cases have altered the…

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June 22, 2023 at 10:02 PM

House Republicans move to eliminate funding for election departments

In Rhode Island, some 17-year-olds will be able to vote in the next primary.  Daily Docket — Thursday, June 22 Here are some recent updates from the last few days. Today, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral argument in a lawsuit challenging Kentucky's process that arbitrarily dictates …

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June 21, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Senate confirms 100 district court judges to federal bench

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes more election bills.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, June 21 Here are some updates you may have missed.This afternoon, the U.S. Senate voted 50-49 to confirm President Joe Biden’s 100th federal district court judge nominee, Natasha Merle, to the U.S. District Court for the…

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June 20, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs Harris County power grab bills

Abbott also vetoes accessibility bill, signs another.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, June 20 Here are some legislation updates you may have missed. Today is Election Day in Virginia! These primaries are the first election since Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) reinstated a lifetime ban on voting for people with fe…

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June 16, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Ohio Supreme Court allows August election to proceed

Alabama to enact a new congressional map by July 21.  Daily Docket — Friday, June 16 Here are some updates from today and yesterday. The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that an August special election set up by the Legislature can happen as scheduled. The election is for a measure that would make it harde…

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June 16, 2023 at 12:03 PM

U.S. Supreme Court decision ripples across the country

Trump is indicted — again.  06/16/2023 As legislatures adjourn for 2023, eyes are turning to 2024. This week, democracy has seen a mix of wins, losses and a couple of déjà vu moments. Last week’s U.S. Supreme Court decision in the Alabama redistricting case is giving a number of Section 2 lawsuits …

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June 15, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Washington Supreme Court upholds state Voting Rights Act

Michigan House and Senate passed eight election bills.  Daily Docket — Thursday, June 15 Here are some updates from today and yesterday. The Michigan House and Senate passed a package of eight pro-voting bills implementing large parts of Proposition 2, a ballot measure that passed with wide suppor…

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June 14, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Civil rights lawyer confirmed to federal bench

Louisiana Republicans flip-flop on challenge to congressional map  Daily Docket — Wednesday, June 14 On Monday, Arizona Republicans sent a bill permitting hand counting ballots to Gov. Katie Hobbs (D). It'll likely be only the latest election bill to be vetoed by the governor. Here are some updates…

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June 13, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Arkansas voters ask SCOTUS to review map lawsuit

Federal bill introduced to impose a code of conduct for SCOTUS.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, June 13 Here are some legislation updates you may have missed. U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) reintroduced a bill to overhaul the nation's judicial ethics laws. The bill …

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June 12, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Ohio Supreme Court orders rewrite of ballot measure language

The Nevada and New York legislatures pass pro-voting legislation.  Daily Docket — Monday, June 12 Here are some updates you may have missed. The Ohio Supreme Court ordered Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) and the Ohio Ballot Board to rewrite parts of a ballot measure that would make it harder for…

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June 9, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Marc reacts to yesterday's SCOTUS victory

Allen begins to make waves in federal courts.  Daily Docket — Friday, June 9 Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered its ruling in Allen v. Milligan, striking down Alabama’s congressional map and leaving Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) intact. Read Marc’s reaction to the decision here.…

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June 9, 2023 at 12:03 PM

SCOTUS’ Voting Rights Act opinion will reverberate beyond Alabama

We break down the big voting rights win.  06/09/2023 The future of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) was on the docket in Allen v. Milligan, a redistricting case out of Alabama. Despite the case’s straightforward nature and direct application of past case law, the VRA appeared to be at risk before the U.S…

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June 8, 2023 at 10:03 PM

SCOTUS strikes down Alabama congressional map

The decision upholds Section 2 of the VRA.  Daily Docket — Thursday, June 8 Today, the U.S. Supreme Court dropped its decision in the landmark voting rights case Allen v. Milligan. In a big win for voters, the Court struck down Alabama’s congressional map and upheld Section 2 of the Voting Rights A…

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June 7, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Pence throws his hat in the presidential ring

Another Arizona county wants to hand count ballots.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, June 7 Today, former Vice President Mike Pence (R) officially launched his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Catch up on his stance on voting rights here.Here are some updates you may have missed.…

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June 6, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Connecticut moves closer to enacting a Voting Rights Act

New York takes steps to join ERIC.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, June 6 Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) said the quiet part out loud and told supporters that the Legislature’s effort to make it harder for voters to amend the state constitution is "100% about keeping a radical pro-abortion amend…

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June 5, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Pence takes steps toward presidential run

California looks to prevent election chaos.  Daily Docket — Monday, June 5 Here are some updates you may have missed. Today, former Vice President Mike Pence (R) filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to run for president. An official announcement is expected Wednesday in Iowa. The Ca…

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June 2, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Arizona Supreme Court rejects AZ GOP’s attempt to end mail-in voting

Nebraska enacts photo ID for voting.  Daily Docket — Friday, June 2 Over 50,000 Minnesotans just regained their right to vote. A new law went into effect yesterday that restores voting rights to individuals with a felony conviction immediately upon release from incarceration. This law was just one …

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June 2, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Texas Republicans directly target Houston

Expect many SCOTUS opinions this June.  06/02/2023 Welcome to June! For those (like us) who follow the U.S. Supreme Court closely, June is a nerve wracking and busy month. The Supreme Court must issue all its rulings before the Court recesses for the summer, usually by the end of June or into the fi…

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June 1, 2023 at 10:02 PM

NC GOP introduces restrictive election bill

Kari Lake appealed her election contest, again.  Daily Docket — Thursday, June 1 Here are some updates you may have missed. Today, North Carolina Republicans introduced an election bill reportedly influenced by an organization led by Cleta Mitchell, a former Trump attorney. The bill shortens the dea…

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May 31, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Here’s what to expect in courtrooms next month

June litigation preview delivered right to your inbox.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, May 31 Here's what to expect in the courts next month.To prepare you for the month ahead, we’ve outlined what courtroom activity and fillings we anticipate as well as what outstanding decisions we are watching for.Her…

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May 30, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Three more anti-democratic bills sent to the Texas governor

City councils approve new maps after lawsuits.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, May 30 Here are some recent court updates. Today, there were hearings in two lawsuits challenging Georgia's congressional and legislative maps. The lawsuits argue that the maps are racially gerrymandered and dilute the voting s…

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May 26, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Texas moves to impeach election denier AG Ken Paxton

The Texas Legislature also passed a bill to help voters with disabilities.  Daily Docket — Friday, May 26 Yesterday, the New Jersey Assembly approved a bill that would allow 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections if they turn 18 before the next general election. The Democratic-controlled chamber…

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May 26, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Ron DeSantis signs new law, gets sued and runs for president

Statewide officials in Arizona spar with “Big Lie” lawmakers.  05/26/2023 “As long as the court thought it was a good time to breathe life into the major questions doctrine or the independent state legislature theory, we have considered the questions of that theory seriously, despite its manifest un…

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May 25, 2023 at 10:03 PM

DeSantis’ busy day: three lawsuits and a glitchy presidential launch

SCOTUS to decide whether to hear Mississippi case.  Daily Docket — Thursday, May 25 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis had a busy day yesterday. Here’s what happened. Last night, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced his run for president. From dismantling a Black-opportunity congressional district for …

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May 24, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis inches closer to presidential run

Meanwhile, Florida is sued over a law he signed.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, May 24 Here are some updates you may have missed. Today, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) filed paperwork with the Federal Elections Commission to run for president. He’s expected to announce his candidacy on Twitter this eveni…

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May 23, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Texas House passes three anti-democratic bills

Kari Lake’s election contest dismissed, again.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, May 23 Here are some courtroom updates from today and yesterday. An Arizona judge rejected Kari Lake's claim that Maricopa County failed to properly signature match mail-in ballots, ruling that no "clear and convincing evidenc…

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May 22, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Texas House to vote on three dangerous election bills

Voting machine drama in Arizona.  Daily Docket — Monday, May 22 Today, Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) officially launched his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Catch up on his stance on voting rights here.Here are some updates from the last few days. After canceling its Saturday se…

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May 19, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Texas House to consider three anti-voting bills tomorrow

A historic judge joins the 11th Circuit.  Daily Docket — Friday, May 19 Here are some updates from today and yesterday. Today, the district attorney investigating former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia indicated that charges may come starting at the end of …

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May 19, 2023 at 12:01 PM

U.S. Supreme Court will hear South Carolina racial gerrymandering case

Kari Lake’s finale (hopefully).  05/19/2023 “Probable jurisdiction is noted.” With those four words on a Monday morning order list, the U.S. Supreme Court indicated that it will accept written briefing and hear oral argument in a racial gerrymandering case out of South Carolina.    Remember, a state…

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May 18, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Busy day in Arizona, Georgia and Texas courts

5th Circuit rules to protect GOP lawmakers.  Daily Docket — Thursday, May 18 Here are some updates from today.It was a busy day in Arizona, Georgia and Texas courts!  Today was the second day of a trial on the remaining claim in Kari Lake's lawsuit contesting her loss in the 2022 Arizona governor'…

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May 17, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Day one of Kari Lake’s trial

The trial is scheduled to last until Friday.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, May 17 Here’s what happened today in court. Today was the first day of the trial on the one remaining claim in failed gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake’s  election contest. The trial is scheduled to last until Friday. Catch up o…

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May 16, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Democrats introduce bill to expand SCOTUS

Kari Lake’s final claim back in court tomorrow.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, May 16 Here are the updates you don’t want to miss. It’s Election Day in Pennsylvania. After today’s state Supreme Court primary, we’ll find out which Democrat will make it to the next round — and if they’ll have to face off …

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May 15, 2023 at 10:03 PM

SCOTUS to hear South Carolina racial gerrymandering challenge

Two Arizona cases head to court tomorrow.  Daily Docket — Monday, May 15 Here are some updates from the last few days. Today, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will review a case regarding South Carolina’s congressional map, which was struck down earlier this year for being racially gerrymand…

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May 12, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Ohio voters sue over August special election

Kari Lake’s election contest was back in court.  Daily Docket — Friday, May 12 Here’s what’s happened in court today and yesterday. Today, a trial court in Arizona held oral argument on whether the one remaining claim in 2022 GOP gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake’s election contest will go to trial…

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May 12, 2023 at 12:02 PM

The Ohio GOP votes to undermine direct democracy

Kari Lake is back in court today.  05/12/2023 It’s been a busy week in court for the Washington Voting Rights Act, city council redistricting, New Hampshire’s legislative maps, Mississippi’s power grab over Jackson and Kari Lake’s election contest in Arizona. Additionally, the U.S. Supreme Court is …

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May 11, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Parties in Moore v. Harper submit more briefing

Should SCOTUS still rule on the case?  Daily Docket — Thursday, May 11 Here are some court updates from today. The parties in Moore v. Harper submitted briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court arguing whether or not the Court still has jurisdiction to review the case and rule on the fringe independent sta…

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May 10, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Ohio House sends amendment restricting ballot measures to voters

Expect SCOTUS opinions tomorrow.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, May 10 Tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. ET, the Washington Supreme Court will hear a challenge to the state's Voting Rights Act. For more about how this case made it all the way to Washington's highest court, read our latest below. Here are some upda…

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May 9, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Ohio and Missouri advance efforts to restrict ballot measures

Ohio House to vote on final passage tomorrow.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, May 9 Here are some court updates from today and yesterday. The U.S. Department of Justice entered into a consent decree with Union County, New Jersey over the county’s failure to provide adequate assistance and election materia…

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May 8, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Expect SCOTUS opinions on Thursday

A Colorado signature matching lawsuit moves forward.  Daily Docket — Monday, May 8 Here are some updates you may have missed. Today, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it would release opinions on Thursday, May 11. The Court may release decisions in any of the cases already argued this term, inc…

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