High-Stakes Debate Over Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Highlights Partisan Divides
The Wisconsin Supreme Court race has intensified as candidates Brad Schimel and Susan Crawford clashed in their only debate, which addressed key issues including abortion, criminal justice, and the influence of billionaires like Elon Musk and George Soros. Schimel, a noted Trump loyalist, is campaigning to flip the court, while Crawford, who has faced criticism for her decisions as a judge, defended her record, including a controversial sentence for a repeat child molester. As the election approaches, the candidates are leveraging their connections and contrasting their visions for the court, with the debate showcasing the growing connection between politics, wealth, and judicial decisions in Wisconsin.
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