State supreme court elections are happening in 32 states this year
Thirty-two states are holding elections this year for 64 seats across 34 state supreme courts, including Oklahoma and Texas. These state-level judicial elections will significantly impact legal decisions on issues ranging from abortion to voting rights. The high number of contested seats underscores the growing politicization of state supreme courts.
Key Points
- 32 states conducting state supreme court elections for 64 total seats
- Elections span 34 different state supreme courts nationwide
- Oklahoma and Texas among states with contested judicial races