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Pennsylvania Voters Retain Democratic Justices Amid $15M Campaign

11/5/2025

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In Pennsylvania, voters retained all three Democratic justices on the state Supreme Court, preserving a 5-2 majority.
The election drew more than $15 million in spending by groups.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the justices, saying they favored Democrats and interfered in the 2020 election.
Governor Josh Shapiro emphasized the justices uphold the rule of law and constitutional rights.
The justices serve 10-year terms and can be retained until 75.

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In Pennsylvania, voters retained all three Democratic justices on the state Supreme Court, preserving a 5-2 majority.
The election drew more than $15 million in spending by groups.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the justices, saying they favored Democrats and interfered in the 2020 election.
Governor Josh Shapiro emphasized the justices uphold the rule of law and constitutional rights.
The justices serve 10-year terms and can be retained until 75.