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Wisconsin Judges Reject Democratic Redistricting Challenge, Uphold GOP Map

4/1/2026

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A Wisconsin three-judge panel dismissed a Democratic lawsuit challenging the state's congressional map, stating only the Wisconsin Supreme Court can decide redistricting.
The judges clarified they do not endorse the map approved by a conservative-led Wisconsin Supreme Court.
The ruling is part of a broader national redistricting conflict, with Republican-led states responding to President Donald Trump’s call.
Republicans hold six of eight Wisconsin House seats, with only two districts competitive.

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A Wisconsin three-judge panel dismissed a Democratic lawsuit challenging the state's congressional map, stating only the Wisconsin Supreme Court can decide redistricting.
The judges clarified they do not endorse the map approved by a conservative-led Wisconsin Supreme Court.
The ruling is part of a broader national redistricting conflict, with Republican-led states responding to President Donald Trump’s call.
Republicans hold six of eight Wisconsin House seats, with only two districts competitive.