Wisconsin SC Gains Liberal Majority
Key Questions
Who won the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election?
Chris Taylor won the election, defeating her conservative opponent. This victory shifts the court's balance. It occurred amid discussions on voting access and gerrymandering.
What is the new makeup of the Wisconsin Supreme Court?
Taylor's win creates a 5-2 liberal majority on the court. This follows previous liberal appointments. The court is now positioned for potential reversals on key issues.
What potential impacts could the liberal majority have?
The court may address voting access expansions and reverse pro-gerrymander rulings, building on recent dropbox decisions. Wisconsin legislators have postponed votes on Gov. Evers’ gerrymandering ban. Activity has quieted post-2025 race.
Chris Taylor's win creates 5-2 liberal court, set for voting access/pro-gerrymander reversals post-dropbox rulings; post-2025 race quiet.