Georgia’s Infamous Voter Suppression Law Heads to Trial for the First Time
On Monday, one of the nation’s most infamous voter suppression laws will go to trial for the first time.
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Federal Judge Rejects Michigan Republicans’ Challenge To Pro-Voting Amendments
Two pro-voting amendments to the Michigan Constitution will remain intact after a federal judge today dismissed a lawsuit from 11 Republican state legislators who sought to invalidate the constitutional provisions.
6th Circuit Reopens Litigation Over Ohio’s Congressional Map
Yesterday, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reopened a class action lawsuit alleging that Ohio’s congressional districts discriminate against Black voters in violation of the U.S. Constitution and Voting Rights Act.
Arizona Republicans Propose Ballot Measure to End Term Limits for State Judges
Justices and judges in Arizona are currently subject to term limits, but a new amendment resolution proposed by state Republicans could allow for all members of the judiciary to serve lifetime terms.
Federal Judge Again Rejects Right-Wing Challenge to Nevada Election Worker Protection Law
A federal judge yesterday rejected a right-wing legal challenge to Nevada’s recently enacted Election Worker Protection Law after previously dismissing the case last October.
Arizona Court Rejects Election Denier’s 2022 Contest Again
For the seventh time, Republican election denier Abe Hamadeh has lost in court.
North Carolina Congressman Introduces Legislation To Fight Partisan Gerrymandering
U.S. Rep. Wiley Nickel (D-N.C.) introduced federal legislation on Tuesday that proposes establishing independent, nonpartisan redistricting commissions in every state.
New York Attorney General Announces Settlement With 2020 Robocall Perpetrators
Right-wing conspiracy theorists who launched a robocall scheme targeting Black voters during the 2020 election could have to pay up to $1.25 million for their wrongdoing, New York Attorney General Letitia James (D) announced today.
MAGA Candidate in Shasta County, California Challenges Election Loss
Today, a recount will begin in northern California for a Shasta County Board of Supervisors seat just days after a self-proclaimed “MAGA” candidate endorsed by Mike Lindell filed a lawsuit challenging her loss in the March primary.
Arkansas Supreme Court Dismisses Case Challenging Use of Voting Machines
Today, the Arkansas Supreme Court issued the final blow to a fringe lawsuit seeking to ban the use of electronic voting machines in the state.