Abortion Rights Fuel Expensive State Supreme Court Campaigns

State Supreme Court races across the U.S. are increasingly shaped by abortion rights debates, with significant financial investments from both sides.

Justice Allison Riggs' reelection campaign in North Carolina highlights the pivotal role of state Supreme Courts in shaping abortion laws.
The U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision overturning constitutional abortion protections has intensified focus on state court elections.
Thirty-three states are holding elections for 82 Supreme Court seats, with major spending from groups like the ACLU and Planned Parenthood.
Ethics complaints have been filed against Justice Riggs by GOP senators, accusing her of violating judicial conduct standards.
Races in states like Michigan, Ohio, and Montana are also heavily influenced by abortion rights, with both parties investing heavily to sway outcomes.