Wisconsin Republicans' Controversial Actions Shake State's Political Landscape

Two controversial votes at Wisconsin's state Capitol highlight Republican efforts to shape election rules in the battleground state ahead of the 2024 election cycle. The first vote aims to remove the state's highest election official, while the second seeks to overhaul the process of crafting legislative maps. These moves have long-term implications for democracy in a swing state where presidential races are often decided by a slim margin. The removal of the top elections official could disrupt voting administration before the 2024 presidential primary. Additionally, Republicans are considering impeachment and recusal demands against a newly elected liberal justice on the state Supreme Court, who could potentially challenge the gerrymandered maps. Meanwhile, Republicans in the state Senate have voted to oust the nonpartisan elections administrator, leading to a legal challenge from the Democratic attorney general.