Wisconsin Governor-Elect Crowley Pledges to Sign New Congressional Map

Wisconsin Gov.-elect David Crowley says he would sign legislation redrawing the state’s congressional districts if Democratic lawmakers send a map to his desk. Democrats’ wins gave them control of the governor’s office and both chambers of the Legislature, opening a path to redraw the districts without relying on the courts. Democratic legislative leaders say a mid-decade redistricting effort is under consideration, with some arguing it is a response to Republican map changes elsewhere; the proposal could shift a map that currently favors Republicans toward Democrats. Crowley has not endorsed a specific map or committed to a broader legislative agenda.