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Wisconsin Clerk Resigns After Ballot Negligence Scandal

7/11/2025

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A Wisconsin Elections Commission investigation uncovered that former Madison Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl neglected to account for nearly 200 ballots during the November election. The report condemned her inadequate leadership and urgency, prompting the implementation of new election procedures. Following these revelations, Witzel-Behl resigned in April after being placed on leave.

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A Wisconsin Elections Commission investigation uncovered that former Madison Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl neglected to account for nearly 200 ballots during the November election. The report condemned her inadequate leadership and urgency, prompting the implementation of new election procedures. Following these revelations, Witzel-Behl resigned in April after being placed on leave.