A report from the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) highlights a significant loophole in the state's voter ID laws, allowing over 144,000 voters to cast absentee ballots without presenting identification by claiming 'indefinitely confined' status. This status has surged by 116% since 2016, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, when large cities advised voters to utilize this option for absentee voting. Despite no evidence of widespread voter fraud, WILL warns that this loophole could undermine confidence in the electoral process, especially ahead of the contentious 2024 elections. The report stresses the need for election clerks to actively remove ineligible voters from the 'indefinitely confined' list, as many voters should no longer qualify under state law. The findings underline a broader concern regarding election integrity in Wisconsin, a key battleground state, where voter ID laws generally enjoy bipartisan support. Experts advocate for prompt legislative action to address these gaps to ensure the integrity of the upcoming elections.