Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Breaks Records as Partisan Divide Deepens

The April 1 election, already the most expensive state court race in U.S. history, could reshape abortion rights, redistricting, and congressional control in the pivotal swing state.

• Polling shows liberal candidate Susan Crawford leading conservative Brad Schimel by 5 points, though Schimel has gained significant momentum in recent weeks.
• The race has surpassed $60 million in spending, making it the most expensive state court election in U.S. history, with early voting already underway.
• Schimel has raised concerns about voter fraud in Milwaukee, referencing past elections, while the Democracy Defense Project has refuted these claims, citing Wisconsin's robust election protections.
• Crawford has faced criticism for being 'soft on crime,' including her sentencing decisions as a judge, which Schimel's campaign has heavily highlighted in attack ads.
• The outcome could influence key issues such as abortion rights, election law, and redistricting, potentially impacting control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

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