Ballots Still Show Dropouts | Milwaukee News

Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Wisconsin’s August 11 primary is heating up with a crowded governor’s race — even though some Democratic candidates have dropped out, their names are still on the ballot. Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, and Missy Hughes all suspended campaigns in recent months, but because ballots are printed far ahead to accommodate mail-in voting, voters will still see their names. And here’s the catch: once you vote, you can’t change it — a judge recently confirmed Wisconsin law doesn’t allow spoiled ballots or re-votes, even if your candidate has withdrawn. It’s a confusing…