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Wisconsin Elections: Supreme Court and Mayor Races Heat Up

4/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

Wisconsin voters decide April 7, 2026, including a state Supreme Court seat and the Waukesha mayoral race.
Liberal candidate Chris Taylor leads conservative Maria Lazar in polls and fundraising, and Democrats aim to widen 4-3 majority to 5-2.
Republicans face fundraising and turnout challenges, with some expressing frustration over declining influence.
In Georgia, a runoff will fill the seat of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Republican Clay Fuller is favored.

History

Historical Context

The 2000 Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling upheld the state's voter ID law, coinciding with a presidential election where 70% of eligible voters participated. This decision intensified scrutiny of voter turnout and electoral integrity. As Wisconsin approaches the April 2026 elections, ongoing partisan conflicts reflect the state's evolving political landscape, with implications for judicial influence and voter engagement strategies.

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Story summary

Wisconsin voters decide April 7, 2026, including a state Supreme Court seat and the Waukesha mayoral race.
Liberal candidate Chris Taylor leads conservative Maria Lazar in polls and fundraising, and Democrats aim to widen 4-3 majority to 5-2.
Republicans face fundraising and turnout challenges, with some expressing frustration over declining influence.
In Georgia, a runoff will fill the seat of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Republican Clay Fuller is favored.

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