Wisconsin's Congressional Map Challenge Hits Roadblock: Second Panel Dismisses Lawsuit In a blow to opponents of Wisconsin's newly redrawn congressional map, a three-judge panel has ruled that they lack the authority to intervene in the matter. The decision, handed down on Tuesday, marks the second time in recent weeks that a panel of judges has dismissed a challenge to the state's congressional map. The map, which was redrawn last year, has been criticized by Democrats and voting rights groups who argue that it unfairly advantages Republican voters. The latest ruling raises questions about the prospects for further challenges to the map, which is set to be used in the 2024 elections.
A second three-judge panel in Wisconsin dismissed a challenge to the state’s congressional map on Tuesday, ruling it does not have the authority to rule on the matter. The judges, David Conway of the Dane County Circuit Court, Michael Moran of the Marathon County Circuit Court and Patricia Baker of the Portage County Circuit Court,...