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Lawsuits Challenge Wisconsin's Gerrymandered Congressional Districts Ahead of 2026

12/12/2025

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Lawsuits aim to redraw congressional districts following a Wisconsin Supreme Court mandate, with hearings set before three-judge panels.
A bipartisan coalition argues the current maps constitute an unconstitutional gerrymander, with Republicans holding six of eight districts.
Democratic voters contend the maps violate equal protection by packing Democrats into two districts, seeking new boundaries before the 2026 elections.

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Story summary

Lawsuits aim to redraw congressional districts following a Wisconsin Supreme Court mandate, with hearings set before three-judge panels.
A bipartisan coalition argues the current maps constitute an unconstitutional gerrymander, with Republicans holding six of eight districts.
Democratic voters contend the maps violate equal protection by packing Democrats into two districts, seeking new boundaries before the 2026 elections.