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Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Could Reshape State and National Politics

Polls open in the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history, with ideological control of the court and key issues like abortion rights and redistricting at stake.

U.S. President Donald Trump's adviser Elon Musk gives a check to an audience member during a rally in support of a conservative state Supreme Court candidate of an April 1 election in Green Bay, Wisconsin, U.S. March 30, 2025. REUTERS/Vincent Alban/File Photo
U.S. President Donald Trump's adviser Elon Musk gives a check to an audience member during a rally in support of a conservative state Supreme Court candidate of an April 1 election in Green Bay, Wisconsin, U.S. March 30, 2025. REUTERS/Vincent Alban/File Photo
Dane County Judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Susan Crawford and (right) Supreme Court candidate and Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel during a televised debate on March 12, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wis.

Overview

  • Wisconsin voters head to the polls today in a pivotal Supreme Court election that will decide the ideological balance of the court, currently held by a 4-3 liberal majority.
  • The race has shattered records as the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, with over $90 million spent by candidates, parties, and outside groups.
  • Elon Musk has emerged as a central figure, contributing over $20 million to support conservative candidate Brad Schimel and facing scrutiny for controversial $1 million voter payments.
  • Key issues before the court include abortion rights, congressional redistricting, labor laws, and election rules, with potential national implications for Republican control of the U.S. House.
  • Early voting turnout surged by 40% compared to 2023, favoring Democratic-leaning counties, though Election Day turnout could still shift the outcome.