Supreme Court Race Enters Final Week with Record Spending and National Stakes

The April 1 election will determine the court's ideological balance, with implications for abortion rights, redistricting, and national politics.

Early voting is underway, and polling shows a tight race between conservative Brad Schimel and liberal Susan Crawford for Wisconsin's Supreme Court seat.
Over $80 million has been spent, making this the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, with major contributions from Elon Musk and Democratic donors like George Soros.
Elon Musk has contributed over $13 million to support Schimel, while Crawford has raised $24 million, including $17 million in the last month.
The court's future rulings could impact abortion rights, union laws, and congressional redistricting, potentially shifting the balance of power in Congress.
The race is seen as a referendum on Donald Trump’s presidency and Musk’s political influence, with both playing prominent roles in Schimel's campaign efforts.