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Wisconsin Justice Ziegler's Retirement Opens Court Majority Shift

3/9/2026

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler announced her retirement on March 9, 2026.
Her retirement could allow liberals to expand the Wisconsin Supreme Court's 4-3 majority.
The move followed conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley's departure.
An April 7, 2026 election will pit Appeals Court Judge Chris Taylor (D) against Maria Lazar.
Ziegler said she is proud of bipartisan support and ethics.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler announced her retirement on March 9, 2026.
Her retirement could allow liberals to expand the Wisconsin Supreme Court's 4-3 majority.
The move followed conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley's departure.
An April 7, 2026 election will pit Appeals Court Judge Chris Taylor (D) against Maria Lazar.
Ziegler said she is proud of bipartisan support and ethics.