Adding voter ID to the Wisconsin Constitution is also at stake on Tuesday
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Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), known for his bold, direct, and often politically charged commentary on U.S. elections and policy issues. His posting style is concise and provocative, frequently amplifying conservative viewpoints to his massive audience. As a high-profile billionaire and influential figure in tech and politics, his credibility stems from his platform reach, though his political takes are opinion-based rather than journalistic.
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The post highlights a Wisconsin ballot question on April 1, 2025, proposing to enshrine a photo ID requirement for voting directly into the state constitution. Wisconsin has had a photo ID law since 2016, but Republicans pushed this amendment to protect it from potential challenges by the liberal-leaning Wisconsin Supreme Court or future legislative changes. The measure passed overwhelmingly with 61% approval, as called by the Associated Press, ensuring voters must present valid photo ID issued by the state, federal government, tribes, or universities, with exceptions set by law.[1][2]
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The post gained traction due to Elon Musk's huge following and his vocal support for election integrity measures, coinciding with the real-time April 1, 2025, election results where the amendment passed decisively. It tapped into national debates on voter ID amid the simultaneous Wisconsin Supreme Court race, amplifying discussions on voting security. Timing was key as results emerged on election night, boosting visibility on X.
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- 1Voters approved the amendment 61% to 39% with just 40% of votes counted, per AP call at 8:37 p.m.[1]
- 2The ballot question explicitly allows legislative exceptions, preserving accommodations for military and indefinitely confined voters.[2][3]
- 374% of Wisconsinites supported photo ID in a 2021 poll, reflecting broad popularity.[3]
- 4The amendment originated from 2023 Senate Joint Resolution 73, passing both legislative sessions along party lines.[4]
- 5It doesn't change daily voting; photo ID has been required since 2016, but now it's constitutionally protected.[3]
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Voters approve constitutional amendment requiring photo ID to vote
Wisconsin voters approved an amendment enshrining a photo ID requirement for voting in the state’s constitution.
What to know about the voter ID constitutional amendment on the April 1 ballot
On April 1, 2025, voters will decide on a proposal to amend Wisconsin's constitution to require photo ID to participate in elections.
Why the Wisconsin Supreme Court race matters, and more about the April election
Also on the ballot: a state constitutional amendment about voter ID requirements, and various local contests and referendums.
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/related/proposals/sjr2
https://electionline.org/home_features/wisconsin-senate-pushes-forward-voter-id-constitutional-amendment-proposal/
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