Feb 21 2024
Spring Primary Goes Smoothly
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s local election officials reported a smooth Spring Primary on Tuesday, demonstrating that Wisconsin’s municipal and county clerks are prepared to administer the three remaining scheduled elections this year. “I’m grateful that Wisconsin voters can count on such dedicated...
Feb 08 2024
Names of Presidential Preference Primary Candidates Finalized
MADISON, Wis. – Names of Democratic and Republican Presidential Preference Primary candidates are now finalized following action of the Wisconsin Supreme Court and by a request from a Republican candidate for removal from the ballot. Last week, the Wisconsin Elections Commission sent to county...
Jan 03 2024
WEC Completes Initial Review of Spring 2024 Candidate Materials
MADISON, Wis. – The new year has barely begun, and Wisconsin Elections Commission staff have already accomplished one significant task related to the 2024 election cycle. The filing deadline for candidates for the 2024 Spring Election, scheduled for April 2, was Tuesday at 5 p.m., and shortly after...
Dec 28 2023
Statement Regarding §5.06 Complaint
Media colleagues, Many of you have expressed interest in a §5.06 complaint filed today, Kirk C. Bangstad v. Don Millis et al – EL 23-58. The complaint was disposed of without consideration by the Commission. It is the position of the Commission that a complaint against the Commission, against...