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December 6, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Louisiana's path to a fair map

Louisiana's path to a fair map Case challenging Arkansas’ congressional map will continue. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Dec. 6 Donald Trump's Plot Against America By Marc Elias …
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December 5, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Georgia Republicans move closer to enacting gerrymandered maps

Georgia Republicans move closer to enacting gerrymandered maps Nevada voter challenges voter ID ballot initiative. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Dec. 5 The Supreme Court Just Admitted That Public Pressure Is …
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December 4, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Black and Latino voters sue over North Carolina’s congressional map

Black and Latino voters sue over North Carolina’s congressional map Voting rights groups appeal decision upholding DeSantis’ congressional map. Daily Docket — Monday, Dec. 4 Still looking for the …
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December 1, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Florida appellate court upholds state's congressional map

Florida appellate court upholds state's congressional map Galveston County map will be redrawn immediately. Daily Docket — Friday, Dec. 1 It’s the start of a new month, and with it will come a flurry o…
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December 1, 2023 at 1:06 PM

The 8th Circuit issued a devastating Voting Rights Act decision

The 8th Circuit issued a devastating Voting Rights Act decision New VRA-compliant maps for Georgians have begun to trickle in. 12/01/2023 Federal circuit courts are clearing their dockets and the decis…
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November 30, 2023 at 11:04 PM

A court win in North Carolina and December's docket

A court win in North Carolina and December's docket Republican power grab bill blocked in North Carolina. Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 30 To prepare you for the month ahead, we’ve outlined what courtr…
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November 29, 2023 at 11:03 PM

New Hampshire Supreme Court shuts door on partisan gerrymandering cases

New Hampshire Supreme Court shuts door on partisan gerrymandering cases Two Republican county officials indicted in Arizona for refusing to certify 2022 election. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 29 …
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November 28, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Ohio Supreme Court leaves gerrymandered maps in place for 2024

Ohio Supreme Court leaves gerrymandered maps in place for 2024  In an unprecedented move, the 5th Circuit will hear a redistricting case out of Texas.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, Nov. 28 We depe…
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November 27, 2023 at 11:02 PM

New Mexico Supreme Court upholds state’s congressional map

New Mexico Supreme Court upholds state’s congressional map Two new legal updates out of the Peach State. Daily Docket — Monday, Nov. 27 Today is the last day of our exclusive Black Friday sal…
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November 22, 2023 at 11:04 PM

Three-judge panel rules that Tennessee’s Senate map is unconstitutional

Three-judge panel rules that Tennessee’s Senate map is unconstitutional North Dakota secretary of state to appeal decision striking down state’s legislative districts Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 22 …
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November 21, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Judge strikes down harmful Pennsylvania mail-in ballot policy

Judge strikes down harmful Pennsylvania mail-in ballot policy Final arguments were heard in Wisconsin legislative redistricting lawsuit. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Nov. 21 Wisconsin’s Legislativ…
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November 20, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Devastating 8th Circuit decision rules private litigants cannot bring Section 2 cases

Devastating 8th Circuit decision rules private litigants cannot bring Section 2 cases Private groups bring the majority of Section 2 lawsuits. Daily Docket — Monday, Nov. 20 Who Can and Canno…
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November 17, 2023 at 11:04 PM

Federal court strikes down North Dakota’s legislative maps

Federal court strikes down North Dakota’s legislative maps Voters ask SCOTUS to unpause a ruling ordering Galveston County to redraw it’s commissioner districts. Daily Docket — Friday, Nov. 17 …
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November 17, 2023 at 1:05 PM

New York congressional redistricting took center stage this week

New York congressional redistricting took center stage this week The 5th Circuit’s bad (and even worse) decisions. 11/17/2023 In New York, oral argument was heard in the state’s highest court in a redi…
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November 16, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Nevada group seeks to create independent redistricting commission

Nevada group seeks to create independent redistricting commission Kari Lake is hoping the fourth time’s charm in court. Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 16 How ID Requirements Harm Marginalized …
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November 15, 2023 at 11:00 PM

New York’s congressional map before the state’s highest court

New York’s congressional map before the state’s highest court New York is one step closer to a new map for 2024. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 15 Using Lesser Known Portions of the Voting Ri…
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November 14, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Challenges to disqualify Trump from the ballot continue

Challenges to disqualify Trump from the ballot continue Jenna Ellis believed Trump was out of options by Dec. 11, 2020. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Nov. 14 Disenfranchising Rural North Carolina I…
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November 13, 2023 at 11:02 PM

U.S. Supreme Court issues nonbinding code of ethics

U.S. Supreme Court issues nonbinding code of ethics 5th Circuit extends delay of Galveston County commissioner map redraw. Daily Docket — Monday, Nov. 13 The Future of Partisan Gerrymandering…
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November 10, 2023 at 11:01 PM

5th Circuit issues two major redistricting rulings

5th Circuit issues two major redistricting rulings Wisconsin lawmakers send several election bills to governor Daily Docket — Friday, Nov. 10 The Future of Partisan Gerrymandering in North Ca…
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November 10, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Election Day featured big wins for democracy

Election Day featured big wins for democracy Direct democracy reigns supreme in Ohio. 11/10/2023 Across the country, voters headed to the polls for races big and small. Every pro-democracy candidate wh…
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November 9, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Florida ink signature dismissal is appealed by voting rights groups

Florida ink signature dismissal is appealed by voting rights groups Senate confirms 150 Biden judges Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 9 Using Lesser Known Portions of the VRA, New Lawsuits Aim T…
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November 8, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Minnesota Supreme Court allows Trump on primary ballot

Minnesota Supreme Court allows Trump on primary ballot Democracy wins big in races nationwide. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 8 THIS WEEK ONLY: Order our embroidered gavel sweatshirt, receive…
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November 7, 2023 at 11:06 PM

Courtrooms victories improve voter access this Election Day

Courtrooms victories improve voter access this Election Day New Michigan law allows voters to be transported to the polls. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Nov. 7 THIS WEEK ONLY: Order our embroidered…
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November 6, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Federal court rejects GOP lawsuit against North Dakota’s legislative districts

Federal court rejects GOP lawsuit against North Dakota’s legislative districts In Arizona, trial kicked off today in a lawsuit challenging two voter suppression laws. Daily Docket — Monday, Nov. 6 …
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November 3, 2023 at 10:06 PM

New Hampshire court dismisses lawsuits challenging voter suppression law

New Hampshire court dismisses lawsuits challenging voter suppression law Wisconsin Republican leader advances impeachment resolution for state’s top election official. Daily Docket — Friday, Nov. 3 …
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November 3, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Five redistricting decisions we are expecting in November

Five redistricting decisions we are expecting in November Election Day is less than a week away. 11/03/2023 November is an incredibly busy month in the courts with a handful of big decisions looming. I…
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November 2, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Trial delayed in two of the five Georgia redistricting lawsuits

Trial delayed in two of the five Georgia redistricting lawsuits Minnesota Supreme Court considers Trump’s ballot eligibility. Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 2 After a Cascade of Republican Sta…
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November 1, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Missouri appeals court sets back GOP effort to block abortion rights amendment

Missouri appeals court sets back GOP effort to block abortion rights amendment Nevada governor argues Republican plan to hold caucus is “unacceptable” Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 1 Republi…
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October 31, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Here's what’s on the docket in November

Here's what’s on the docket in November California secretary of state warns Shasta County it must comply with hand count ban. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 31 To prepare you for the month ahead, we’ve o…
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October 30, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Wisconsin judge rules Meagan Wolfe can’t be ousted while litigation continues

Wisconsin judge rules Meagan Wolfe can’t be ousted while litigation continues Arizona AG investigating two Republican supervisors for not certifying election results on time. Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 30 …
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October 27, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Arizona judge rejects right-wing attempt to temporarily ban drop boxes in the state.

Arizona judge rejects right-wing attempt to temporarily ban drop boxes in the state. It’s a busy week for democracy in the courts next week. Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 27 The Keystone to Dem…
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October 27, 2023 at 12:01 PM

When one bad map is enacted, another is struck down

When one bad map is enacted, another is struck down North Carolina gets a gerrymandered congressional map and Georgia gets a new one before 2024. 10/27/2023 This week North Carolina Republicans enacted…
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October 26, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Judge orders new maps in Georgia by Dec. 8

Judge orders new maps in Georgia by Dec. 8 Union sues Georgia over absentee ballot deadline. Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 26 Federal Judge Orders New Congressional and Legislative Maps in Ge…
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October 25, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Voters score victories in three states

Voters score victories in three states North Carolina Republicans enacted new congressional and legislative maps.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 25 A True the Vote Voter Intimidation Case Go…
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October 24, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Jenna Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia election subversion case

Jenna Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia election subversion case North Carolina Republicans vote on new maps. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 24 A Dangerous Legal Theory Returns for 2024 By Marc E…
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October 23, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Nine election denying House Republicans competing for speakership

Nine election denying House Republicans competing for speakership It’s the last day to register to vote in Pennsylvania. Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 23 A Slate of Nine Election Deniers Vie Fo…
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October 20, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Right-wing legal group files lawsuit to ban drop boxes in Arizona

Right-wing legal group files lawsuit to ban drop boxes in Arizona Kenneth Chesebro pleads guilty to felony conspiracy count. Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 20 Youth Voting Rights Are on the Dock…
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October 20, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Six misdemeanor charges, three bad maps, two new lawsuits and one big win in Texas

Six misdemeanor charges, three bad maps, two new lawsuits and one big win in Texas North Carolina redistricting is back in full swing. 10/20/2023 In North Carolina, drafts of new maps were released and…
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October 19, 2023 at 10:00 PM

SCOTUS will not get involved in Louisiana redistricting

SCOTUS will not get involved in Louisiana redistricting Sidney Powell takes plea deal in Fulton County election subversion case. Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 19 Michigan Republicans Resurrec…
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October 18, 2023 at 10:05 PM

NC Republicans release new maps favoring themselves

NC Republicans release new maps favoring themselves Cochise County, Arizona cannot hand count all ballots, judge rules. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 18 Michigan Republicans Resurrect Legal …
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October 17, 2023 at 10:04 PM

Two more lawsuits filed challenging North Carolina's latest anti-democratic laws

Two more lawsuits filed challenging North Carolina's latest anti-democratic laws Trump's DC Black voters disenfranchisement case reassigned to judge in DC indictment case Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 17 …
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October 16, 2023 at 10:00 PM

9th Circuit rejects Kari Lake-backed lawsuit seeking to ban electronic voting machines in Arizona

9th Circuit rejects Kari Lake-backed lawsuit seeking to ban electronic voting machines in Arizona Louisiana voters elect Jeff Landry to the governorship, approve amendment banning private funding for elections. Daily Docket — Mon…
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October 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Win for voters in Texas as Trump-judge strikes down Galveston County commissioner districts

Win for voters in Texas as Trump-judge strikes down Galveston County commissioner districts New York court holds hearing in lawsuit challenging state’s mail-in voting law. Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 13 …
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October 13, 2023 at 12:01 PM

SCOTUS heard the first election case of the term this week

SCOTUS heard the first election case of the term this week In North Carolina, two lawsuits challenge a newly enacted voter suppression law. 10/13/2023 The fight for fair maps in South Carolina took cen…
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October 12, 2023 at 10:01 PM

In Idaho, legal challenge against student ID laws pushes on

In Idaho, legal challenge against student ID laws pushes on Wisconsin Republicans shirk away from previous threats to impeach state Supreme Court justice. Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 12 Wis…
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October 11, 2023 at 10:01 PM

SCOTUS oral argument held in South Carolina redistricting challenge

SCOTUS oral argument held in South Carolina redistricting challenge Here’s what you need to know. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 11 Today, the U.S. Supreme Court held oral argument in Alexander v. Sout…
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October 10, 2023 at 10:01 PM

NC GOP overrides Gov. Cooper’s vetoes, drastically altering elections in the state

NC GOP overrides Gov. Cooper’s vetoes, drastically altering elections in the state Lawsuits were quickly filed challenging the newly enacted voter suppression laws. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 10 What’…
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October 9, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear legislative gerrymandering case

Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear legislative gerrymandering case Justice Janet Protasiewicz will not recuse herself from the case. Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 9 The Lesson of Alabama By Marc …
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October 6, 2023 at 10:01 PM

New Mexico court upholds state’s congressional map

New Mexico court upholds state’s congressional map 5th Circuit holds oral argument in Louisiana congressional redistricting case. Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 6 The RNC's Bank Your Vote Campai…
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October 6, 2023 at 12:02 PM

VICTORY: Alabama will have two Black-opportunity districts in 2024

VICTORY: Alabama will have two Black-opportunity districts in 2024 Voters in Louisiana seek the same opportunity in new maps. 10/06/2023 A long-awaited win in Alabama was handed down yesterday after a …