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The New Epicenter for the “Big Lie”: Is Shasta County the New Cochise County?
On Tuesday, March 28, the conservative majority of the Shasta County, California Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to hand count all ballots during the county’s next election.
Idaho Legislature Sends Strict Voter Registration Bill to Governor
On Tuesday, March 28, the Idaho Senate passed House Bill 340, which would tighten proof of ID and residency requirements needed to register to vote.
Voting Rights Cases Paused While 8th Circuit Considers Novel Legal Argument
On Monday, March 6, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order temporarily pausing proceedings in Arkansas United v. Thurston.
What’s at Stake in the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election?
On April 4, 2023, control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be decided by voters. Given Wisconsin’s swing state status and the looming 2024 election, the outcome of this race will have impacts not only on…
What’s at Stake in the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election?
On April 4, 2023, control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be decided by voters. Given Wisconsin’s swing state status and the looming 2024 election, the outcome of this race will have impacts not only on…
Idaho H.B. 124 Student ID Removal Challenge (March For Our Lives)
Lawsuit filed by March For Our Lives Idaho and a young voter challenging House Bill 124, a newly enacted voter…
North Carolina Photo ID Requirement Challenge (Holmes)
Lawsuit challenging North Carolina's strict photo ID law S.B. 824.
Alabama Congressional Redistricting Challenge (SCOTUS)
Lawsuit currently pending before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding Alabama’s congressional map drawn with 2020 census data.
North Carolina Congressional Redistricting Challenge (SCOTUS)
Lawsuit pending before the U.S. Supreme Court on whether North Carolina state courts are permitted to review federal election regulations…
Arizona Gubernatorial Election Contest (Heath)
Petition for writ of mandamus filed by Ryan L. Heath (a self-proclaimed “civil rights activist”) against Maricopa County, Arizona Judge…
Pennsylvania Legislative Special Elections Challenge
Lawsuit brought by state Rep. Bryan Cutler (R) challenging state Rep. Joanna McClinton’s (D) ability to be speaker and majority…