Nomination of John K. Bush to Federal Court Moves Toward Vote in U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate is expected to vote soon on the confirmation of Donald Trump’s nominee John K. Bush to the Sixth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals.
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‘Courtquake’: Gableman won’t run for re-election
One Wisconsin Now executive director Scot Ross said Gableman could not have won re-election and so conservatives wanted to rally around a different candidate. [Rhinelander Daily News]
Michael Gableman won’t seek a second term on state Supreme Court
Jenni Dye, a lawyer and research director for One Wisconsin Now said Gableman’s departure “creates an even bigger opening for challengers.” [Wisconsin State Journal]
One Wisconsin Now Statements Regarding Michael Gableman Not Seeking Re-Election
Knowing the public has lost faith in the court, instead of changing their ways, conservatives believe they can win by changing the name on the ballot.
Protecting Integrity of Federal Courts Requires Halting Consideration of Trump Nominees Amid Deepening Concerns for Legitimacy of Administration
The U.S. Senate should delay action on Donald Trump’s nominees until mounting questions about his administration are resolved
Madison attorney announces bid for state Supreme Court
But Jenni Dye, research director for liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, liked Burns’ chances. [Wisconsin State Journal]
Lawyer candidate for state Supreme Court
But Jenni Dye, research director for liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, said Burns has a good chance. [Chippewa Herald]
Wisconsin State Supreme Court Conservatives Reject Petition to Reform Rules on Judicial Recusal
The conservative majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court voted to kill a petition to reform the rules guiding state court judges on when they must recuse.
Supreme Court rejects campaign donor recusal rules
Jenni Dye, research director for the liberal group One Wisconsin Now, decried the court’s actions. [Associated Press]
Wisconsin Citizens and Judicial Watchdogs Support Reform of State Court Rules on Judicial Recusal
Our courts need clear, strong rules requiring judges recuse themselves in cases involving campaign contributors to prevent even the appearance of corruption.
What’s at the center of the Wisconsin Supreme Court recusal rule debate?
Who supports the petition and what do they say about it? Nine groups, plus dozens of individuals, have written to the court supporting the petition. [Capital Times]
Neil Gorsuch’s Dysfunctional Nuclear Family
Neil Gorsuch’s views fall far behind the rest of the country. But what is most unsettling is that he secured his critical position in a completely unprecedented manner.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s support for filibuster is early flashpoint in 2018 re-election bid
“It is just another way that Tammy is stepping up for the things she believes in,” said Jenni Dye, research director of the liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now. [Associated Press]
Ron Johnson Puts Donald Trump Before Wisconsin
“Today, Tammy Baldwin stood up for the people of Wisconsin and Ron Johnson stood up for Donald Trump.”
Going Nuclear to Confirm Right-Wing Supreme Court Nominee Destructive to Senate, Courts and Rights of All Americans
Wisconsin attorneys and activists spoke out in opposition to right-wing judge Neil Gorsuch and the U.S. Senate GOP scheme to impose a “nuclear option” rule.
Baldwin’s Supreme Court nominee fight is early flashpoint
"It is just another way that Tammy is stepping up for the things she believes in," said Jenni Dye, research director of One Wisconsin Now. [Associated Press]
Will State High Court Clean Up Its Act and Reform Rules on Judicial Recusal?
To protect the integrity of our courts and maintain public trust in the justice system, judges ought not decide cases involving large campaign contributors.
Will U.S. Senator Ron Johnson Put Patriotism Before Partisan Political Power Play?
It’s his choice whether he stands up for the independence of our courts or puts partisan politics before the integrity of our democracy.
Wisconsin Supreme Court urged to adopt stricter rules
Jenni Dye, a research director at the liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, said in a statement that she's not surprised the court accommodated the group. [Associated Press]
Wisconsin Supreme Court delays consideration of judicial recusal petition at conservative group’s request
One Wisconsin Now, a liberal advocacy group, said the delay further shows why recusal rules are needed in the state. [Capital Times]
Americans Deserve Independent, Consensus Pick for U.S. Supreme Court. Neil Gorsuch is Not It.
We deserve, and need, a consensus justice on our high court whose loyalty is to all American people and our American values, not one president nor one party.
Gov. Scott Walker, A.G. Brad Schimel and Corporate Special Interest Lobby Support Right-Wing Rewrite of Rules For U.S. Supreme Court
Gov. Scott Walker, Attorney General Brad Schimel and WMC are now turning their sights to rewriting the rules for nominees to the United States Supreme Court.
Jenni Dye: Don’t put right-wing jurist in stolen court seat
The reward for Republicans stealing a seat on the U.S. Supreme Court ought not be the lifetime appointment of a right-wing judge. [Capital Times]
Donald Trump Announces His Pick for Seat on U.S. Supreme Court
Donald Trump announced his pick for who he would like to fill a lifetime appointment to the United States Supreme Court.
Democrats, liberal activists voice concerns about Trump’s Supreme Court nominee
Scot Ross said Tuesday there are issues within Trump's administration that must be resolved before his Supreme Court nominee is considered. [Capital Times]
Donald Trump to Attempt to Fill Stolen U.S. Supreme Court Seat
The questions surrounding Donald Trump and his compliance with and commitment to following the United States Constitution are serious and unresolved.
Donald Trump Poised to Make U.S. Supreme Court Nomination Despite Unresolved Questions of Possible Constitutional Violations and Russian Election Interference
Donald Trump has announced, via Twitter, he intends to reveal his nominee to fill a vacancy on the United States Supreme Court next Thursday.
Sen. Ron Johnson Set to Fast Track Setting Clock Back on Civil Rights, Voting Rights With Nomination of Jeff Sessions as U.S. Attorney General
Sen. Ron Johnson appears on board for the fast tracking of Donald Trump’s nomination of Jeff Sessions to be the U.S. Attorney General
Jenni Dye: It shouldn’t take Christmas miracle for Ron Johnson to do his job
Will Sen. Ron Johnson and the GOP deliver on a judge to fill the longest-running federal judicial vacancy in the nation – or will they deliver a lump of coal? [Capital Times]
It Shouldn’t Take a Christmas Miracle for Sen. Ron Johnson to Do His Job and Approve Judicial Nominee He Supports
Instead of trying to rig federal courts for partisan gain, Johnson and his GOP colleagues should give American people the gift of democracy this holiday season.
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson Compares U.S. Constitution to a Contract, Then Tells Students, ‘You Rarely Read the Full Contract’
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson Compares U.S. Constitution to a Contract, Then Tells Students, ‘You Rarely Read the Full Contract’
Sen. Ron Johnson to Donald Trump: Do As I Say, Not As I Do
We count on our courts to protect our rights and ensure everyone is treated equally by the law. It’s why they matter so much.
The Prosser Law Library. Really?
Based on his dyspeptic judicial temperament and acts as a judge that have greatly undermined respect and trust in the state’s high court there is little reason to memorialize the tenure of David Prosser.
Federal Judicial Vacancy Crisis and GOP Obstruction Highlighted By Action at U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s Office
As part of a national day of action, Wisconsin members of the Why Courts Matter coalition visited Ron Johnson’s Milwaukee office to deliver 92 miniature chairs.
Tammy Baldwin urges Senate to fill 7th Circuit judicial vacancy
The Democratic senator was joined on the call by One Wisconsin Now research director Jenni Dye and Legal Progress vice president Michele Jawando. [Capital Times]
U.S. Senate Republican Delays in Confirming Judges Deny Justice
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Advocates in Calling for Action to Fill U.S. Supreme Court and Federal Judicial Vacancies.
Six Month Anniversary of Judge Merrick Garland’s Appointment to Fill U.S. Supreme Court Vacancy
Today marks six months since President Obama nominated Judge Merrick Garland to fill a vacancy on the United States Supreme Court.
Sen. Ron Johnson Shows Up at Work, But Will He Do His Job?
After a lengthy summer recess Sen. Ron Johnson and the U.S. Senate are scheduled to return to work today. But the question is: will he do his job?
Group calls out Johnson on high court
“What he’s saying is, ‘I got him this far, but I’m not going to get him any further,’ ” Pines told reporters on a conference call organized by the liberal One Wisconsin Institute. [Milwaukee Journal Sentinel]
On National Day of Action Wisconsin Attorneys Call on Sen. Ron Johnson to Do His Job, Give Fair Hearing and Vote to U.S. Supreme Court Nominee Judge Merrick Garland
Judge Merrick Garland has now waited a record 168 days without a committee hearing or confirmation vote on his nomination to the nation’s high court.
Constituents Rally to Tell Sen. Ron Johnson to #DoYourJob
The unprecedented political power play by the GOP in D.C. in refusing to give a fair hearing and timely vote to Judge Merrick Garland stretched for over 150 days.
Walker’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Pick Draws Criticism, Praise
One Wisconsin Now executive director Scot Ross called out Kelly’s lack of judicial experience and said his selection was politically-motivated. [Wisconsin Public Radio]
Editorial: Trust Walker to pick right-wing ideologue for state’s high court
According to... One Wisconsin Now, Kelly was general counsel for the Kern Family Foundation whose founders... have made individual contributions totalling $220,000 to Walker. [Capital Times]
Money Talks: Gov. Walker to Appoint Former Attorney for Major Right-Wing Donors’ Foundation
Media reports say Gov. Scott Walker will announce the nomination of Daniel Kelly to replace retiring Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser late Friday afternoon.
Ron Johnson Making History, But Not the Good Kind
Today marks the 125th day since President Obama nominated Judge Merrick Garland to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sen. Ron Johnson Going on Recess Instead of Doing His Job
As the United States Senate prepares to skip town, Sen. Ron Johnson and his Republican colleagues have left important work undone.
Anniversary of marriage equality decision a powerful example of why courts matter
You ought to be free to love whomever you want, and you ought not be denied the same rights as others because you want to marry that person. It’s just common sense. [Capital Times]
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Texas Effort To Restrict Abortion Access
The United States Supreme Court in a 5-3 decision today ruled a Texas law attempting to restrict access to abortion as unconstitutional.
Day 100 of Sen. Ron Johnson Refusing to Do His Job
Ron Johnson has now spent 100 days ignoring the oath he swore to uphold the U.S. Constitution and refusing to do his job.
Will Rebecca Bradley Refuse to Recuse from Case Involving Campaign’s Top Booster?
To continue on a case where she has such obvious conflict of interest would show that her ethics are as warped as her views she expressed on the LGBTQ community.