Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell
@danecountyclerk.bsky.social
Dane County, Wisconsin Clerk overseeing elections here since 2012. Issued WI's 1st same-sex marriage certificate.
Some third-party mailings are misleadingly made to look like they are coming from an elections clerk. Be wary! #WIElections www.channel3000.com/news/electio...
Elections officials warn of unofficial third-party mailers ahead of midterms
"These are not state official resources," WEC Communications Dir. Emilee Miklas said.
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Deceitful mailings like these are designed to look like it came from your clerk. Pay close attention -- they are NOT sent by your clerk and this can cause big problems. I've blurred the name and address, but both were wrong despite this person voting for 15 years at this address.
‘“It’s going to be a matter of speed,” McDonell said of any legal response. The county is also preparing for possible protests overdisputed results.
Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell@danecountyclerk.bsky.social · 3w ago‘In Dane County, home to Wisconsin’s capital, county attorneys have begun drafting court filings to fight any attempt by the Trump Administration to seize voting equipment or election records. and they are preparing for the possibility that federal immigration agents could appear at polling places.'
‘In Dane County, home to Wisconsin’s capital, county attorneys have begun drafting court filings to fight any attempt by the Trump Administration to seize voting equipment or election records. and they are preparing for the possibility that federal immigration agents could appear at polling places.'
'Election officials prepare for chaos as Trump seeks to tilt the midterms toRepublicans' #ELB
Reuters with a comprehensive report: ‘Two months before Americans vote in midterm elections that could reshape the balance of power in Washington, local and stateofficials across the country are rehe...
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Celebrate National #VoterRegistrationDay2026 by going to myvote.wi.gov and check if you are registered to vote. It's easy and prepares you for the Nov. 3 midterm election in advance.
The Center for Election Innovation & Research (CEIR)@electioninnov.bsky.social · 3w agoToday is National #VoterRegistration Day — a great occasion to verify your registration status. All states but North Dakota require some form of voter registration, but deadlines vary by state. Check your registration on your state's website or at vote.gov.
It’s Disability Voting Rights Week! Having accessible elections empowers every eligible voter to participate in our democracy. www.aapd.com/disability-v...
This was the right thing to do. A victory for democracy. "The ruling is a major loss for the Trump administration, which wanted to dramatically change how Americans vote by mail in the midterm elections." www.nytimes.com/live/2026/09...
Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Restrictions on Mail-In Ballots: Live Updates
The ruling is a major loss for the Trump administration, which wanted to dramatically change how Americans vote by mail in the midterm elections.
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“This building will provide ... a modern facility to protect the integrity of our elections. We will continue to keep our elections here in Dane County safe and secure.” www.oregonobserver.com/news/governm...
County breaks ground on new elections center
Dane County leaders and project partners broke ground Tuesday on the new Dane County Elections Center in Madison. The project will create a dedicated, modern facility for the Dane County Clerk’s Offic...
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If this whistle-blower's allegations are true it is extremely disturbing. Any attempt to disrupt voting and disenfranchise American voters must be stopped. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/01/u...
Whistle-Blower Says USPS Is Secretly Proceeding on Trump’s Mail Voting Plan Before Midterms
The Postal Service disputed allegations by the whistle-blower that the agency had violated several court orders that should have halted work on the plan.
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Trump’s executive order to stop mail voting has once again been blocked by the courts. Watch as Michael Waldman breaks down the latest news on voting rights: bit.ly/3T82GAb
"In a survey by the Wisconsin Elections Commission, two-thirds of clerks reported observing problems with mail delivery times in that election."
Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell@danecountyclerk.bsky.social · last mo.Not all communities have drop boxes. Check online or call your municipal clerk if you are unsure.
Not all communities have drop boxes. Check online or call your municipal clerk if you are unsure.
Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell@danecountyclerk.bsky.social · last mo.Mail ballots early in November or use a drop box, if your community has one! "In Wisconsin’s election in April, several hundred ballots arrived a day late in Dane County," [said] Scott McDonell. “That was highly unusual. In the past, we would only see a handful." www.nytimes.com/2026/08/31/u...
Mail ballots early in November or use a drop box, if your community has one! "In Wisconsin’s election in April, several hundred ballots arrived a day late in Dane County," [said] Scott McDonell. “That was highly unusual. In the past, we would only see a handful." www.nytimes.com/2026/08/31/u...
More Mail Ballots Are Arriving Late This Year, and They’re Getting Tossed
State officials say they worry about the Postal Service’s ability to deliver votes this fall. They are urging voters to mail their ballots early or use drop boxes so their votes count.
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“A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.” Mark Twain was referencing the pony express, not Instagram and Twitter – but it fits. Today lies about the integrity of our election are sprinting around the world in a few milliseconds.
Dane County's new elections center will provide a secure environment for training, storage, and recounts, as well as a modern facility to protect the integrity of our elections and help restore voter confidence in our democratic process that has been harmed by conspiracy theories and lies.
A federal judge in Wisconsin ruled in May that the DOJ can’t force the state to hand over sensitive voter data. The DOJ is appealing and we’ve filed a brief in the Seventh Circuit defending WI’s win, and its authority to run its own elections. Read:
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We hear conspiracy theories regularly now surrounding elections. They are so easy to prove false but are getting repeated so often by people in power that people believe them. Thank you to the @brennancenter.org for helping debunk them. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VU7...
Behind the Scenes: How Elections Stay Secure
YouTube video by Brennan Center for Justice
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Today's Supreme Court decision backing President Trump’s crackdown on mail-in voting creates midterm election chaos and stands to harm democracy by disenfranchising voters. However, litigation to protect voting rights continues. apnews.com/article/trum...
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court is siding with the Trump administration in a case over President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented befo...
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Twenty minutes left to vote in today's Wisconsin primary election. We expect to see results begin rolling in on the Dane County Clerk's Election page around 9 pm. elections.countyofdane.com/election-dates
The Madison turnout of 25.6% at 4 p.m. is roughly the same as what we are seeing in other parts of Dane County at 4 pm. x.com/CityofMadiso...
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Update from the City of Madison Clerk's Office as of 4 p.m.: - Ballots counted: 48,800 - Number of provisional ballots: 9 - Turnout: 25.6% (as percentage of pre-registered voters)
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Another good reminder -- keep those ballots dry and away from rain and wet umbrellas and coats.
Barry Burden@bcburden.bsky.social · 2mo agoFairly steady turnout at my polling place despite the rain Rain is causing some smearing & damp ballots that jam the scanner Two voters had borderline apparel (“Godzilla for president” & “unapologetically pro-democracy”)
On this rainy primary #ElectionDay, remember to keep your ballot dry and far away from wet umbrellas. And go vote, #Wisconsin!
YOU may know that Aug. 11 is the WI primary election and you may have the info on your ballot, voting location, etc, so let someone else know that the one-stop place for details is myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ and remind them to vote!
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TODAY: 📍Aug. 6 at 5pm - deadline to request an absentee ballot 📍Aug. 7 at 5pm - deadline to register in the clerk's office (or at the polls on Election Day) 📍Aug. 11 - WI Primary Election Day!
SIX days until WI's Aug. 11 primary. Here is a helpful list to use & share. You've heard this from me too: ✅ If you have not already mailed your absentee ballot -- drop it off before #ElectionDay. elections.wi.gov/news/reminde...
The Partisan Primary to narrow the field for the November election is one week from today, August. 11. Here's what you need to know: elections.wi.gov/news/reminde...
Return your ballot in person if possible. U.S. Postal Service delays could prevent some absentee ballots from arriving in time to be counted. “It’s gotten worse...over time,” Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell said. www.channel3000.com/news/wiscons...
Wisconsin officials urge early absentee voting amid mail delays
MADISON, Wis. — With Wisconsin’s primary eight days away, election officials are warning that U.S. Postal Service delays could prevent some absentee ballots from arriving in time to be counted.
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You can also register to vote at the polls on Election Day August 11, with proof of residence, such as a drivers' license, lease, utility bill and many more. List here: elections.wi.gov/resources/br...
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Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell@danecountyclerk.bsky.social · 2mo agoAugust 7, 2026 @ 5:00 PM This is the deadline to register to vote at your Municipal Clerk’s Office during the clerk’s business hours for the AUGUST 11 PRIMARY election. Find your Municipal Clerk’s Contact Information here: myvote.wi.gov/en-us/My-Mun...
