Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Draws National Attention Over Billionaire Influence and Key Issues

The April 1 election could shift the court's ideological balance, impacting abortion access, redistricting, and voting rights in the battleground state.

Republican-backed Brad Schimel and Democratic-backed Susan Crawford are competing for a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat in a race that could determine the court's ideological direction.
The election has attracted over $40 million in spending, with significant contributions from conservative groups linked to Elon Musk and liberal donors like George Soros and J.B. Pritzker.
Key issues at stake include abortion access, with the court potentially reviewing cases related to Wisconsin's 1849 abortion law, as well as redistricting and voting rights.
Elon Musk's influence in the race has sparked criticism from Democrats, including Senator Bernie Sanders, who accuses Musk of trying to 'buy elections' with his financial backing of Schimel.
Both candidates emphasize their independence, with Crawford highlighting her record on rights advocacy and Schimel pledging to uphold the law without personal bias.