Wisconsin’s $100M Judicial War: How Liberals Defied Trump and Musk
Wisconsin Election Results: In the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, Wisconsin voters delivered a seismic verdict: Susan Crawford, the Democratic-backed circuit judge, has defeated Elon Musk- and Trump-endorsed Brad Schimel, preserving a 4-3 liberal majority on the state’s Supreme Court. The race, a proxy battle for America’s political future, saw over $100 million spent, with Musk alone funneling $19M into Schimel’s campaign. But what does this mean for abortion rights, redistricting, and Trump’s second term?
Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Results: The Key Takeaways
Crawford’s Landslide Victory:
- 55.1% to 44.9% margin with 95% of votes counted .
- Schimel conceded, telling supporters: “You gotta accept the results” after some cried “cheater!” .
- Crawford’s win marks the first major Democratic victory of Trump’s second term.
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Musk’s Money vs. Grassroots Fury:
- Musk’s super PAC spent $12M, including $1M checks handed to voters days before the election .
- Crawford framed the race as a battle against “justice for sale,” rallying voters against Musk’s influence.
Abortion and Redistricting at Stake:
- The court will soon rule on Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban and GOP-drawn congressional maps .
- Crawford, a Planned Parenthood ally, called Schimel “anti-choice” in ads.
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Why This Race Broke Records
- Unprecedented Spending: $100M+ shattered 2023’s $50M record .
- National Proxy War: Trump and Musk vs. Obama and Soros .
- Historic Turnout: Milwaukee precincts ran out of ballots amid surge .
Schimel’s Missteps: Too Close to Trump?
Schimel’s campaign leaned heavily on Trump’s endorsement and Musk’s cash, but critics say he failed to distance himself from their polarizing policies:
- DOGE Controversy: Voters rebuked Musk’s federal job cuts .
- Abortion Avoidance: Schimel dodged the issue, while Crawford made it central .
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What’s Next for Wisconsin?
- Immediate Impact: The court will likely strike down the 1849 abortion ban and revisit GOP gerrymandering .
- 2026 Preview: Democrats see this as a blueprint to counter Musk’s influence in future elections .
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