The upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election is heavily influenced by significant outside funding, particularly from Elon Musk and associated groups, making it the costliest judicial race in U.S. history. This contest is perceived as a referendum on President Trump's early second-term actions, including federal workforce cuts and immigration policies. The candidates, conservative Brad Schimel, backed by Trump, and liberal Susan Crawford, emphasize the profound implications of the outcome for the court's 4-3 liberal majority. Voter sentiment in this polarized state may reflect broader national attitudes toward Trump's presidency.
This election will be a good indicator of whether the pendulum is going to swing back the other way based on Trump's actions in office.
Whichever candidate wins will tip the seven-member high court's political balance, which liberals currently control with a 4-to-3 majority.
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