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January 22, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Huge win for voters in North Carolina ahead of March primary

Huge win for voters in North Carolina ahead of March primary Maine secretary of state appeals decision allowing Trump on state’s primary ballot. Daily Docket — Monday, Jan. 22 Once Again The …
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January 19, 2024 at 11:03 PM

Louisiana Legislature passes congressional map with two majority-Black seats to governor

Louisiana Legislature passes congressional map with two majority-Black seats to governor Arkansas Supreme Court to hear oral argument in lawsuit seeking ban of electronic voting machines. Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 19 …
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January 19, 2024 at 1:01 PM

All good news on the democracy front this week

All good news on the democracy front this week The key findings of Democracy Docket’s yearly litigation report. 1/19/2024 This week was full of good news for democracy! In Louisiana, voters …
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January 18, 2024 at 11:41 PM

Democracy Docket’s 2023 litigation report is out!

Democracy Docket’s 2023 litigation report is out! 179 congressional Republicans formally oppose the 14th Amendment challenge before SCOTUS. Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 18 This morning, we published o…
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January 17, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Voters ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to strike down the state's congressional map

Voters ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to strike down the state's congressional map  Louisiana inches closer to a fair congressional map.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 17 How the 5th Circuit Is Dismantlin…
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January 16, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Louisiana lawmakers propose new congressional map

Louisiana lawmakers propose new congressional map The 2024 GOP primary is closing in on three main candidates. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 16 Sounding the Alarm: The 8th Circuit’s Discordant Note on Vo…
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January 12, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Judge upholds parts of Georgia’s voter suppression law

Judge upholds parts of Georgia’s voter suppression law Trump to remain on Oregon ballot…for now. Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 12 Numerous Voting and Election Changes Take Effect In States Across U.S. By…
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January 12, 2024 at 1:04 PM

Trump’s Colorado case will be decided by SCOTUS

Trump’s Colorado case will be decided by SCOTUS Judge upholds multiple restrictive voting provisions in Ohio. 1/12/2024 Former President Donald Trump remained in the spotlight this week as h…
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January 11, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Redistricting will take center stage in Louisiana next week

Redistricting will take center stage in Louisiana next week Michigan redistricting commission takes case to SCOTUS. Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 11 Redistricting Takes Center Stage in Louisiana’s Speci…
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January 10, 2024 at 11:02 PM

First lawsuit filed under New York's Voting Rights Act

First lawsuit filed under New York's Voting Rights Act New York Senate passes package of pro-voting bills. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 10 The Little Known Wisconsin Legal Group Wreaking Havoc on Demo…
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January 9, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Wisconsin judge partially rejects right-wing challenge to early voting sites

Wisconsin judge partially rejects right-wing challenge to early voting sites North Dakota has new legislative districts thanks to court order. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 9 Wisconsin Judge Partially Re…
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January 8, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Ohio voter suppression law upheld by court

Ohio voter suppression law upheld by court Trump tries to dismiss Georgia election subversion case, claiming immunity again. Daily Docket — Monday, Jan. 8 Where Are the Judges Who Know How To Fight for …
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January 5, 2024 at 11:01 PM

SCOTUS agrees to review Trump’s Colorado ballot case

SCOTUS agrees to review Trump’s Colorado ballot case House Dems ask Clarence Thomas to recuse from Trump’s Colorado case. Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 5 U.S. Supreme Court To Decide If Trump Can Appear O…
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January 5, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Where does redistricting stand heading into 2024?

Where does redistricting stand heading into 2024? What Marc is watching on the docket. As we approach the somber three-year anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection on the U.S. Capitol, the day’s impact continues to reverbera…
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January 4, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Trump wants to hold Jack Smith in contempt in latest filing

Trump wants to hold Jack Smith in contempt in latest filing Idaho officially bans student IDs from the list of acceptable forms of voter ID. Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 4 Democracy Docket’s Voices of …
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January 3, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Trump appeals Colorado decision keeping him off the state’s ballot.

Trump appeals Colorado decision keeping him off the state’s ballot. Colorado SOS also asks SCOTUS to rule on presidential immunity. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 3 Trump Asks U.S. Supreme Court To Keep…
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January 2, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Mass voter challenges by right-wing group did not intimidate Georgia voters, federal judge rules

Mass voter challenges by right-wing group did not intimidate Georgia voters, federal judge rules Redistricting updates in Georgia, Michigan and Wisconsin. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 2 Judge Rules GOP …
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December 22, 2023 at 11:00 PM

What pending decisions are outstanding?

What pending decisions are outstanding? What to expect as we round out 2023. Daily Docket — Friday, Dec. 22 Democracy Was on the Docket in 2023, and It Won By Marc Elias  D…
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December 22, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Trump

Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Trump Yet another lawsuit challenging North Carolina’s maps. The holiday buzz is in full swing this week, and the courts got in on the action. The Colorado Supreme Court issued a stunning decis…
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December 21, 2023 at 11:00 PM

DOJ steps in to defend Louisiana’s legislative maps

DOJ steps in to defend Louisiana’s legislative maps Cochise County, Arizona supervisors plead not guilty to felony charges related to the 2022 election. Daily Docket — Thursday, Dec. 21 Colorado Supreme…
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December 20, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Colorado Supreme Court kicks Trump off primary ballot

Colorado Supreme Court kicks Trump off primary ballot Lawsuit filed challenging part of Ohio voter suppression law. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Dec. 20 A Banner Year for Democracy in Ohio By Katy Shanaha…
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December 19, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Third lawsuit filed over North Carolina maps

Third lawsuit filed over North Carolina maps Colorado Supreme Court to decide on Trump’s eligibility on primary ballot. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Dec. 19 Donald Trump’s Plot Against America By Marc Elias…
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December 18, 2023 at 11:02 PM

5th Circuit upholds Texas law preventing electronic voter registration

5th Circuit upholds Texas law preventing electronic voter registration But in same ruling says private parties can sue under the Civil Rights Act. Daily Docket — Monday, Dec. 18 Intimidating Voters Is N…
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December 15, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Great news for voters in a handful of states

Great news for voters in a handful of states Giuliani ordered to pay millions to defamed election workers. Daily Docket — Friday, Dec. 15 Felony Disenfranchisement Should Concern All Americans By DeAnn…
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December 15, 2023 at 1:05 PM

New York will get a new congressional map for 2024

New York will get a new congressional map for 2024 While Galveston County, Texas will be stuck with an illegal one. 12/15/2023 It's the end of another week, and with it came, yes, more redistricting ne…
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December 14, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Kentucky court allows Republican gerrymandered maps to remain in place

Kentucky court allows Republican gerrymandered maps to remain in place Our last podcast episode of the season drops tomorrow! Daily Docket — Thursday, Dec. 14 Democracy Was on the Docket in 2023, and It…
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December 13, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Texas voters ask SCOTUS to review restrictive mail-in voting law

Texas voters ask SCOTUS to review restrictive mail-in voting law Republican states in disarray after leaving ERIC. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Dec. 13 The National Sheriffs Association Could Police Its Me…
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December 12, 2023 at 11:02 PM

In victory for voters, New York to redraw congressional map

In victory for voters, New York to redraw congressional map SCOTUS leaves Galveston’s illegal commissioners map in place. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Dec. 12 It's the most wonderful time of the y…
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December 11, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Republican attorneys general team up to attack Voting Rights Act

Republican attorneys general team up to attack Voting Rights Act Tomorrow is the deadline for voters and civil rights groups to object to Georgia's new maps.  Daily Docket — Monday, Dec. 11 Unjustifiabl…
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December 8, 2023 at 11:03 PM

Georgia governor signs gerrymandered maps into law

Georgia governor signs gerrymandered maps into law DOJ intervenes to defend Section 2 of VRA. Daily Docket — Friday, Dec. 8 All we want for Christmas is... for you to support democracy! Make …
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December 8, 2023 at 1:04 PM

Georgia legislature passes new, gerrymandered maps

Georgia legislature passes new, gerrymandered maps A new lawsuit challenges North Carolina’s congressional map. 12/08/2023 Maps maps maps! As we have said before, redistricting is not a once a decade e…
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December 7, 2023 at 11:04 PM

Galveston County, Texas won’t get a new fair map after 5th Circuit pauses ruling

Galveston County, Texas won’t get a new fair map after 5th Circuit pauses ruling Tomorrow is the deadline for Georgia to enact new maps. Daily Docket — Thursday, Dec. 7 In a Community Fight, Galveston C…
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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…