"Wisconsin Voters Pass Measure Limiting Private Election Funding"

Wisconsin voters approved two Republican-backed measures aimed at preventing local governments from using private donations for election administration and restricting election-related duties to only election officials. Republicans argue that the measures decrease outside influence on elections, while Democrats and election integrity groups oppose them, citing concerns about ambiguity for election officials and potential hampering of election office work. The measures were prompted by concerns over private donations during the 2020 election, with conservative groups advocating for the changes to prevent similar practices in the future, while Democrats and election integrity groups argue that banning private funding without government investment could create uncertainty and hinder election offices' critical work.