Debate over abortion rights leads to expensive campaigns for high-stakes state Supreme Court seats

In North Carolina, abortion and reproductive rights have become pivotal in the races for governor and state Supreme Court, impacting voters' decisions significantly.

Justice Allison Riggs claims the upcoming election could pivot on reproductive rights, arguing her opponent's vote could lead to stricter abortion regulations.

With a Republican majority in the state Supreme Court, the stakes are high; Riggs is leveraging her support for reproductive rights to sway voters.

Campaign spending on abortion-related issues has surged, as both parties recognize the importance of judicial outcomes on reproductive rights and other critical areas.

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