Janet Protasiewicz, Milwaukee County Judge, has won the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, defeating Dan Kelly by 11 points and potentially closing the door on an era of Republican dominance. Kelly expressed his disappointment in not being able to discuss the issues, and thanked his supporters for their efforts. This result marks a significant shift in the political landscape of Wisconsin, with implications for abortion rights, elections and maps.
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Former President Donald Trump is set to be arraigned in New York City on Tuesday on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, and the outcome of the trial could have a major impact on the upcoming presidential election. Media organizations and polling outfits have conducted surveys about the indictment, and protesters have already gathered near the courthouse in anticipation. The trial is expected to be a highly publicized event, and its outcome could shape the election.
Janet Protasiewicz has been elected to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, giving liberals their first majority on the state’s highest court in 15 years. This election has been closely watched by both Democrats and Republicans, as the outcome will have big ramifications in and out of the state. The court’s new liberal majority will determine the future of several pivotal issues, including abortion rights, gerrymandered legislative maps, and election administration.
Tennessee Republicans have proposed a resolution to expel three Democratic state representatives from the House of Representatives for their role in a gun control protest at the Capitol last Thursday. The resolution has been met with strong opposition from Democrats and gun control advocates, and if passed, would be the first time in the state’s history that a lawmaker has been expelled from the House. The resolution is expected to be taken up by the House Rules Committee on Tuesday, where it will be debated and voted on.
Wisconsin's Supreme Court race has come to a close, with Democratic-backed Janet Protasiewicz winning the election, CNN projects. This marks the first time in 15 years that liberals will take control of the court, with the fate of the state's abortion ban pending. The win likely breaks an era of Republican dominance in the state and sets the stage for decisions on a range of issues, including abortion access, election rules, and more. Protasiewicz had support from the state's leading anti-abortion groups, while her opponent, conservative Daniel Kelly, had worked for Republicans.
Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson has announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, challenging former President Donald Trump who is currently the front-runner. Hutchinson has served in various political roles since 1997, and is the first major rival to challenge Trump for the nomination. He made the announcement in an interview with ABC’s “This Week” that aired Sunday and plans to make a formal announcement in April in Arkansas.
At the Pennsylvania GOP Leadership Conference, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for indicting former President Donald Trump on misdemeanor offenses, accusing him of weaponizing the law for "purely political purposes." This is the first indictment of its kind in US history and has sparked a debate among Republican lawmakers and former elected officials. DeSantis echoed this sentiment, saying that the indictment was an example of the law being "weaponized for political purposes." The indictment is the latest development in a long-running saga that has seen Trump and his allies face numerous legal challenges since he left office.
A federal judge in Tennessee has temporarily blocked a law that would have placed strict limits on drag shows in the state, noting that the state has failed to provide a "compelling government interest" for why it should regulate drag performances so severely. The law was met with criticism from LGBTQ+ activists and allies, and the temporary restraining order issued by Judge Parker will remain in effect until April 15, when the court will hear arguments from both sides.