Democrat law firm sues to reverse Wisconsin absentee ballot rule.
Democrats File Lawsuit to Expand Absentee Voting Options in Wisconsin
Democrats in Wisconsin have taken legal action to challenge a previous ruling by the conservative-controlled state Supreme Court that banned the use of drop boxes for returning absentee ballots. The lawsuit, filed by the national firm Elias Law Group, argues that this ban restricts the right to vote and forces voters to rely on the United States Postal Service’s potentially insecure mailboxes.
Pushback Against Allegations of Fraudulent Activity
The Democrats’ lawsuit is a response to former President Donald Trump’s claims of fraudulent activity in Wisconsin’s absentee voting system. By challenging the state Supreme Court’s ruling, the plaintiffs aim to reinstate the use of drop boxes as a secure and convenient option for voters.
Protecting Voting Rights as a Fundamental “Right”
In addition to challenging the ban on drop boxes, the lawsuit also takes issue with a Wisconsin law that requires voters to correct any issues with their absentee ballots by 8 p.m. on Election Day. The plaintiffs argue that the Wisconsin Constitution recognizes voting as a fundamental ”right,” rather than a mere “privilege” as stated in the current law.
A Changing Landscape in the Wisconsin Supreme Court
This lawsuit comes at a pivotal time, as the Wisconsin Supreme Court is set to shift to liberal control following the recent election that resulted in a new 4-3 majority. This change marks the first time in 15 years that the court will have a blue majority.
“Previous campaign cycles have shed light on the deliberate attempts to suppress voter participation through restricted access to absentee voting,” said Aneesa McMillan, Deputy Executive Director of Priorities USA, one of the plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit.
President Joe Biden narrowly won Wisconsin in 2020, securing victory by a margin of less than 21,000 votes. The surge in absentee voting during the pandemic played a significant role, with 43% of voters opting for mail-in ballots compared to just 21% in 2016, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
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