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March 19, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Trump maintains "absolute immunity" defense in new SCOTUS brief

Trump maintains "absolute immunity" defense in new SCOTUS brief Washington State enacts three election bills making it easier to register to vote. Daily Docket — Tuesday, March 19 Tonight, members will get a first look at Marc’s latest about the “new and improved” RNC and its incoming wa…

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March 18, 2024 at 10:00 PM

New Jersey attorney general says controversial primary ballot design is unconstitutional

New Jersey attorney general says controversial primary ballot design is unconstitutional Washington State will have new legislative districts that fairly represent Latino voters. Daily Docket — Monday, March 18Here are some recent updates.New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin (D) s…

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March 15, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Kari Lake and fellow election deniers want the Supreme Court to ban electronic voting machines.

Kari Lake and fellow election deniers want the Supreme Court to ban electronic voting machines. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis will keep prosecuting Trump. Daily Docket — Friday, March 15Did you enjoy the first edition of Marc’s State of Democracy newsletter this morning? It…

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March 15, 2024 at 11:01 AM

The state of our democracy is under threat

The state of our democracy is under threat Read my first State of Democracy newsletter. Every month, I will write to members directly to discuss the current state of our democracy and the most pressing issues and threats we face. Expect thoughtful analysis, insider information and unde…

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March 14, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Parties behind New Hampshire AI Robocall scheme sued for violating the Voting Rights Act

Parties behind New Hampshire AI Robocall scheme sued for violating the Voting Rights Act Republican voters and a county council member are suing Allegheny County in Pennsylvania to stop plans for ballot drop off locations. Daily Docket — Thursday, March 14Here are some recent updates.The…

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March 13, 2024 at 10:00 PM

RNC ramps up anti-voting lawsuits as part of “election integrity” division

RNC ramps up anti-voting lawsuits as part of “election integrity” division Newly liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court to review drop box ban this May. Daily Docket — Wednesday, March 13Here are some recent updates.The newly liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court will reconsider a decision banning ba…

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March 13, 2024 at 5:52 PM

BREAKING: Newly liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court to reconsider drop box decision

BREAKING: Newly liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court to reconsider drop box decision Become a member to always get breaking news updates delivered to your inbox. This is a breaking news update on a major voting rights development – and a free sample of what’s included in our premium content.…

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March 12, 2024 at 10:01 PM

North Carolina power grab law struck down

North Carolina power grab law struck down How experts are preparing to combat election threats. Daily Docket — Tuesday, March 12📣WE'RE HIRING! We are seeking a Staff Writer with strong writing skills and a passion for voting rights and democracy to join our Writing Team.Learn more about …

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March 11, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Reminder: Kari Lake will always be an election denier

Reminder: Kari Lake will always be an election denier Virginia governor vetoes bill requiring the state to rejoin ERIC. Daily Docket — Monday, March 11Here are some recent updates.While Kari Lake continues to challenge her loss from the Arizona governor race in 2022, she is making a stro…

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March 8, 2024 at 11:01 PM

In State of the Union, Biden calls on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act

In State of the Union, Biden calls on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act South Carolina Republicans want to use a racially gerrymandered map for the 2024 election. Daily Docket — Friday, March 8Here are some updates. In his State of the Union address, President Joe Biden c…

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March 8, 2024 at 12:01 PM

SCOTUS decides one Trump case and schedules another

SCOTUS decides one Trump case and schedules another New election and voting changes put to first major test. 3/8/2024The bitterly divided U.S. Supreme Court came to a unanimous 9-0 ruling in one of the most politically polarized cases in the Court’s history. But when you peel back the cu…

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March 7, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Nevada judge allows strict photo ID measure to appear on ballot

Nevada judge allows strict photo ID measure to appear on ballot The same judge disqualified two independent redistricting commission initiatives. Daily Docket — Thursday, March 7Today is the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday when the late Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) and others marching for v…

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March 6, 2024 at 11:00 PM

SCOTUS will hear oral argument in Trump’s immunity claims on April 25

SCOTUS will hear oral argument in Trump’s immunity claims on April 25 A look into how new voting laws across the country fared on Super Tuesday. Daily Docket — Wednesday, March 6Later tonight, members will receive a first-look at Marc’s latest piece all about Trump’s legal troubles and w…

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March 5, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Disqualified Oregon lawmakers will stay off the Republican primary ballot

Disqualified Oregon lawmakers will stay off the Republican primary ballot Super Tuesday hosts more than a dozen primary elections. Daily Docket — Tuesday, March 5Happy birthday to us! Democracy Docket officially turns four years old today. Thank you to everyone who has supported our work…

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March 4, 2024 at 11:00 PM

SCOTUS rules that Trump can remain on Colorado’s ballot

SCOTUS rules that Trump can remain on Colorado’s ballot New Mexico bans guns near polling places. Daily Docket — Monday, March 4 Here are some recent updates. The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled…

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March 4, 2024 at 6:39 PM

A first-look at my takeaways from SCOTUS’ decision keeping Trump on the ballot

A first-look at my takeaways from SCOTUS’ decision keeping Trump on the ballot Become a member for early access to Marc’s thoughts, exclusive updates and more. This is a free sample of what’s included in our premium content — members will always get early access to Marc’s latest pieces b…

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March 1, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Wisconsin Supreme Court won’t order a new congressional map for the 2024 election

Wisconsin Supreme Court won’t order a new congressional map for the 2024 election Florida judge strikes down law banning noncitizens from helping to register voters. Daily Docket — Friday, March 1 ICYM…

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February 29, 2024 at 11:07 PM

Welcome to my new Litigation Look Ahead!

Welcome to my new Litigation Look Ahead! Today we begin our premium, paid offerings. Welcome to my new Litigation Look Ahead! When I launched Democracy Docket four years ago, we began our free On the Docket newsletter to provide information, analysis and opinion about voting rights and …

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February 29, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Judge removes Trump from Illinois primary ballot

Judge removes Trump from Illinois primary ballot Democracy Docket launches member program Daily Docket — Thursday, Feb. 29 As the 2024 election rapidly approaches, the fight for democracy is taking pla…

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February 28, 2024 at 11:00 PM

The Supreme Court agrees to hear Donald Trump’s presidential immunity claims

The Supreme Court agrees to hear Donald Trump’s presidential immunity claims New York has a new congressional map. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Feb. 28 Here are some recent updates. The U.S. Supreme Cou…

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February 27, 2024 at 11:00 PM

New York Democrats introduce new congressional map

New York Democrats introduce new congressional map The districts are just a marginal improvement for Democrats. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Feb. 27 Here are some recent updates. New York Democrats introd…

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February 26, 2024 at 11:00 PM

New York Democrats reject IRC’s congressional map

New York Democrats reject IRC’s congressional map Delaware court strikes down laws allowing for permanent absentee voting and 10 days of early voting. Daily Docket — Monday, Feb. 26 Here are some recen…

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February 23, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Missouri Senate Republicans set the stage to thwart a potential abortion rights ballot initiative

Missouri Senate Republicans set the stage to thwart a potential abortion rights ballot initiative Iowa Supreme Court issues ruling helping Republicans uphold two voter suppression laws. Daily Docket — Friday, Feb. 23 …

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February 23, 2024 at 12:00 PM

At long last, fair legislative maps for Wisconsinites

At long last, fair legislative maps for Wisconsinites A Civil Rights Act provision is at the heart of legal battles in key swing states. 2/23/2024 Wisconsin Republicans have held a strangleh…

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February 22, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Stephen Miller’s legal group dismisses lawsuit challenging Maricopa County voting rules

Stephen Miller’s legal group dismisses lawsuit challenging Maricopa County voting rules Democratic senators introduce bill to ban partisan gerrymandering. Daily Docket — Thursday, Feb. 22 Here are some…

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February 21, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Senate Democrats push for update on modernization of Vote.gov

Senate Democrats push for update on modernization of Vote.gov No decisions yet from the U.S. Supreme Court on South Carolina’s congressional map or Trump’s ballot eligibility. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Feb. 21 …

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February 20, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Wisconsin Governor signs fair legislative maps in victory for voters

Wisconsin Governor signs fair legislative maps in victory for voters SCOTUS declines to review decision striking down Washington’s state legislative map. Daily Docket — Tuesday Feb. 20 Here are some re…

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February 16, 2024 at 11:00 PM

It's time to elect young and diverse individuals to state offices across the country

It's time to elect young and diverse individuals to state offices across the country 14 GOP attorneys general file brief supporting Georgia's argument that voters can't sue to enforce Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. …

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February 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM

New York's redistricting commission approves new congressional map

New York's redistricting commission approves new congressional map Wisconsin Republicans push through ‘Poisoned’ legislative maps. 2/16/2024 This week, Republican mischief surrounding democr…

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February 15, 2024 at 11:00 PM

New York’s redistricting commission passes new congressional map

New York’s redistricting commission passes new congressional map The map isn’t expected to significantly change the state’s partisan control. Daily Docket — Thursday, Feb. 14 Here are some recent updat…

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February 14, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Federal judge upholds part of Florida’s new omnibus suppression law

Federal judge upholds part of Florida’s new omnibus suppression law Alabama voters can indeed sue to enforce Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Feb. 14 Roses are red, violets…

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February 13, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Wisconsin Senate passes Evers’ legislative maps, but with a catch

Wisconsin Senate passes Evers’ legislative maps, but with a catch SCOTUS gives Jack Smith until Feb. 20 to respond to Trump. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Feb. 13 Show your love for Democracy and s…

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February 12, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause lower court ruling that he's not immune from criminal prosecution

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause lower court ruling that he's not immune from criminal prosecution Florida’s racially discriminatory maps unlikely to change in time for the 2024 election. Daily Docket — Monday, Feb. 1…

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February 9, 2024 at 11:00 PM

A big win for fair Louisiana House and Senate maps

A big win for fair Louisiana House and Senate maps Wisconsin Democrats skeptical over Wisconsin Republicans’ willingness to adopt governor’s legislative maps. Daily Docket — Friday, Feb. 9 Here are som…

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February 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Trumpdates dominate the week

Trumpdates dominate the week Stephen Miller and co. come after Maricopa County. 2/9/2024 Former President Donald Trump has found himself in legal hot water for years now, but his position ha…

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February 8, 2024 at 11:26 PM

SCOTUS signals putting Trump back on the ballot

SCOTUS signals putting Trump back on the ballot Latino voters on Long Island file lawsuit under New York Voting Rights Act. Daily Docket — Thursday, Feb. 8 Days like today show just how much our democr…

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February 7, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Everything you need to know ahead of the Supreme Court’s historic oral argument tomorrow

Everything you need to know ahead of the Supreme Court’s historic oral argument tomorrow Trump aide Stephen Miller’s legal group sues Maricopa County, Arizona. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Feb. 7 …

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February 6, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Trump is not immune from prosecution in election case, appeals court rules

Trump is not immune from prosecution in election case, appeals court rules Wisconsin Republicans introduce restrictive bill establishing strict witness certificate standards. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Feb. 6 …

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February 5, 2024 at 10:59 PM

New York’s expansive mail-in voting law survives a Republican legal challenge

New York’s expansive mail-in voting law survives a Republican legal challenge Nevada will have a dueling caucus and primary election this week. Yeah, it’s confusing. Daily Docket — Monday, Feb. 5 Here …

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February 2, 2024 at 11:09 PM

A win for voters in North Dakota

A win for voters in North Dakota Trump’s Washington, D.C. election subversion trial delayed. Daily Docket — Friday, Feb. 2 Here are some updates from today. A Trump-appointed judge dismissed a right-w…

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February 2, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Republicans elevate election deniers and vote suppressors to key positions

Republicans elevate election deniers and vote suppressors to key positions Two lawsuits challenging new maps have very different intentions. 2/2/2024 Democracy and voting rights suffered a s…

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February 1, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Wisconsin Republicans appeal pro-democracy decision

Wisconsin Republicans appeal pro-democracy decision Oregon Supreme Court bars GOP lawmakers with excessive absences from running for office. Daily Docket — Thursday, Feb. 1 Here are some recent updates…

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January 31, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Arizona GOP sues secretary of state over new election manual

Arizona GOP sues secretary of state over new election manual Find out what’s on the docket in February. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 31 Disqualifying Trump Is on the Docket By Marc Elias …

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January 30, 2024 at 11:00 PM

8th Circuit keeps in place decision that drastically weakens Voting Rights Act

8th Circuit keeps in place decision that drastically weakens Voting Rights Act Wisconsin legislative maps vetoed by governor. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 30 Ohio's New Motto: Give Us The Ba…

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January 29, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Arizona GOP elects VoteRef director and Trump ally as the party’s new chair

Arizona GOP elects VoteRef director and Trump ally as the party’s new chair North Dakota lawmakers appeal decision ordering fair legislative districts. Daily Docket — Monday, Jan. 29 Here are some rece…

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January 26, 2024 at 11:00 PM

North Carolina’s new state Senate map to remain in effect

North Carolina’s new state Senate map to remain in effect Marc discusses the challenges facing Wisconsin voters. Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 26 Here are some updates from today. North Carolina's new …

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January 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Louisiana finally notches a second majority-Black district

Louisiana finally notches a second majority-Black district Wisconsin Republicans force through amended legislative maps. 1/26/2024 This week saw a flurry of major developments impacting demo…

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January 25, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Maine Supreme Court won’t weigh in on Trump eligibility

Maine Supreme Court won’t weigh in on Trump eligibility Florida voter suppression law heads to court. Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 25 Could the 14th Amendment kick Trump off the ballot? Che…

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January 24, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Wisconsin Republicans rush new legislative maps protecting GOP incumbents

Wisconsin Republicans rush new legislative maps protecting GOP incumbents Florida Supreme Court to review state’s congressional map. Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 24 In 2024, Republicans Res…

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January 23, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Louisiana now has two majority-Black districts after Landry signs map

Louisiana now has two majority-Black districts after Landry signs map Challenge to Mississippi’s felony disenfranchisement law reheard by full 5th Circuit. Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 23 The…

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