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Wisconsin Watch’s statehouse bureau works to identify and expose threats to Wisconsin’s democracy. The team is comprised of statehouse bureau chief Matthew DeFour, statehouse reporter Jack Kelly, Report for America corps member Jacob Resneck and disinformation reporter Phoebe Petrovic. Other Wisconsin Watch reporters also contribute to our coverage.

Outside view of the Wisconsin State Capitol building
Posted inForward, Government

Control of Wisconsin Assembly runs through eight competitive races

Avatar photo by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch November 4th, 2024November 4th, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Read about the eight toss-up districts that could decide the fate of the Wisconsin Assembly.

Mashup of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
Posted inTruth Sandwich

The presidential candidates made a lot of claims in Wisconsin. Here are the facts.

Avatar photo by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch November 4th, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Most statements we checked about the presidential candidates on immigration, health care and the economy were false or misleading. A few hit the mark.

A person with a striped shirt and jeans is seen from behind with head down at a voting station with other empty voting stations on both sides.
Posted inForward, Government

A Wisconsin voter’s guide to dealing with Election Day pitfalls and problems

by Alexander Shur / Votebeat November 4th, 2024November 4th, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Here’s a guide to some questions you may have on Election Day, issues you could face and what to do in those situations.

A sign says: SHE BOY GAN MALIBU OF THE MIDWEST
Posted inForward, Government, Voter guide

Sheboygan Democrat makes case in previously gerrymandered district

Avatar photo by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch November 1st, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Under new maps, first-term Republican Rep. Amy Binsfeld faces Democratic newcomer Joe Sheehan in Sheboygan’s toss-up 26th Assembly District.

A man in a yellow shirt stands next to a "VOTE" sign with an American flag.
Posted inGovernment

Election skeptics are targeting voting officials with ads that suggest they don’t have to certify results

Avatar photo by Phoebe Petrovic / Wisconsin Watch and Doug Bock Clark / ProPublica October 30th, 2024November 22nd, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Ads that have been placed in swing states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania come from a new group with deep ties to activists who have challenged the legitimacy of recent elections.

Posted inForward, Government

College students could determine who wins Wisconsin — and the White House

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Jack Kelly / Wisconsin Watch and Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch October 28th, 2024October 29th, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Hundreds of thousands of college students make up a critical voting bloc in battleground Wisconsin. Democrats and Republicans are both pressing to win their votes.

"I voted" stickers on a table
Posted inAsk Wisconsin Watch

I’m out of town now. Is there a way to vote in Wisconsin elections online?

Avatar photo by Bennet Goldstein / Wisconsin Watch October 28th, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

During Wisconsin elections, such as the upcoming general election on Nov. 5, regular voters may only cast ballots in person at a polling location or by mailing an absentee ballot.

A blue sign says "VOTE EARLY HERE" in white letters with a line of cars near a building behind it.
Posted inGovernment, The Ballot Box

‘Voter rescue’: Help in Milwaukee for hundreds who show up at wrong place

Avatar photo by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch October 28th, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

People go to early voting sites on Election Day, mistakenly thinking they can vote. A volunteer group perhaps unique in Wisconsin redirects them to polling places.

Illustration of the Capitol with two hands and two eagles above it. One hand is holding a cross.
Posted inGovernment

The genesis of Christian nationalism: How the religious right came to influence the 2024 election

Avatar photo by Phoebe Petrovic / Wisconsin Watch October 26th, 2024November 22nd, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

The Christian right has become an increasingly powerful force in American politics at every level, from school boards to the presidency. Its roots trace back decades.

Posted inForward, Government, Voter guide

Democrat looks to flip GOP Assembly seat in Wausau area

Avatar photo by Jack Kelly / Wisconsin Watch October 25th, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

In the 85th Assembly District, Rep. Patrick Snyder, R-Schofield, faces a challenge from Yee Leng Xiong, a Marathon County Board member.

Two trucks travel on a bridge above a river.
Posted inForward, Government, Voter guide

Two moderates race to the middle for Green Bay state Senate seat

Avatar photo by Julius Shieh / Wisconsin Watch October 24th, 2024November 1st, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Republican Jim Rafter and Democrat Jamie Wall are wearing bipartisanship as a badge of honor in their respective campaigns for Wisconsin’s 30th Senate District.

Absentee ballot envelope for Door County
Posted inForward, Government

Early voting starts in Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know

Avatar photo by Jack Kelly / Wisconsin Watch October 21st, 2024October 23rd, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Are you interested in casting your ballot before Nov. 5? Here’s what you should know.

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