Four Wisconsin absentee voters have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state requirement that a witness sign their ballot envelopes, arguing it violates the federal Voting Rights Act.
The suit argues the federal law bans requiring a voter to have someone vouch for their qualifications. It also argues locating a witness willing to attest to their qualifications to vote is a burden and seeks an...
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