Wisconsin's Supreme Court is on the cusp of a significant shift as Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor is projected to win a highly contested seat. The win would expand the court's liberal majority, potentially altering the judicial landscape in the state. Taylor, a seasoned appellate court judge, edged out conservative opponent Maria Lazar, also a judge, in the closely watched election. The outcome marks a victory for Democrats in a key battleground state, as Taylor's appointment fills the seat left vacant by conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley's decision not to seek re-election.
Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor is projected to win a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, expanding the court's liberal majority, according to Decision Desk HQ. Taylor, an appellate court judge, defeated Maria Lazar, a conservative and fellow appellate court judge, for a seat left open by conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley, who opted to not seek reelection. Wisconsin's...
