Election Outcome
Susan Crawford, backed by Democrats, defeated , endorsed by President and , in a historic Supreme election, maintaining a 4-3 liberal majority.
Crawford's victory is seen as a referendum on Trump's presidency and Musk's influence, with significant implications for abortion rights, labor rights, and election rules in Wisconsin.
Record Spending and Turnout
The election set a new record for judicial race spending in the U.S., exceeding $100 million, nearly double the previous record. Musk and his PACs were major contributors, spending over $25 million.
Early voting surged by 57% compared to the last Supreme Court election in 2023, with significant increases in both traditionally Democratic and Republican-leaning counties, indicating widespread voter engagement.