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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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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…