Wisconsin’s $81M Court Race Could Shape U.S. Politics
A high-stakes race for an open seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court is drawing national attention, with more than $81 million spent ahead of the April 1 election — the most expensive judicial campaign in U.S. history.
The outcome will determine whether the court leans liberal or conservative, positioning it to decide key issues such as abortion rights, labor laws, and redistricting. These rulings could affect the 2026 midterms and the 2028 presidential election, as Wisconsin remains a critical swing state.
The race pits liberal candidate Susan Crawford against conservative Brad Schimel, a former attorney general endorsed by Donald Trump. Elon Musk-affiliated political action committees have contributed $17.5 million to support Schimel’s campaign, and Musk personally donated $2 million to Wisconsin’s Republican Party.
Democrats argue that Musk and Trump are trying to sway the court’s future decisions. Republicans counter that liberal megadonors are also heavily backing Crawford. The court is currently weighing whether to reinstate Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban and may soon revisit laws impacting union rights and election rules.
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