Ballot Shortages Amid Wisconsin Supreme Court Election

Milwaukee experienced ballot shortages at multiple polling locations during an unprecedented high turnout for the Wisconsin Supreme Court election. Seven sites ran out of ballots, while others reported low supplies, prompting election officials to dispatch additional ballots and ExpressVote machines. Despite the shortages, officials assured that anyone in line by 8 p.m. would still be able to vote, urging patience among voters. The election, which received significant national attention and financial backing, is pivotal for determining the ideological leaning of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Both Republican and Democratic figures, including Elon Musk and Barack Obama, were involved in efforts to influence the outcome. The Milwaukee Election Commission apologized for the inconvenience but expressed pride in the high voter enthusiasm.