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Historic Wisconsin Supreme Court Race: $90M at Stake

3/31/2025

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Wisconsin's Supreme Court election on Tuesday carries monumental stakes, pitting Democrat-backed Susan Crawford against Trump-endorsed Brad Schimel. A Schimel victory could tilt the court's balance, jeopardizing abortion rights and voting laws. With over $90 million poured into this race, it has become the priciest judicial contest in U.S. history, underscoring its national significance.

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Wisconsin's Supreme Court election on Tuesday carries monumental stakes, pitting Democrat-backed Susan Crawford against Trump-endorsed Brad Schimel. A Schimel victory could tilt the court's balance, jeopardizing abortion rights and voting laws. With over $90 million poured into this race, it has become the priciest judicial contest in U.S. history, underscoring its national significance.