Wisconsin judicial race spotlights state GOP’s struggles
Wisconsin Republicans face an uphill battle in next week's state Supreme Court race, with Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor leading conservative Maria Lazar in polls. The race reflects broader GOP struggles in competitive Wisconsin elections over the past decade, with Democrats poised to expand their court majority.
Key Points
- Democratic candidate Chris Taylor holds a polling lead over Republican Maria Lazar in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race
- A Democratic victory would expand the party's majority on the state's highest court
- The race exemplifies Wisconsin GOP's difficulty competing in critical statewide elections in recent years