Minnesota Governor Tim Walz commented on the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election, framing it as a victory against billionaire influence, particularly referencing Elon Musk's involvement in supporting the conservative candidate.
• Tim Walz stated that Wisconsin "beat the billionaire," referring to Elon Musk's support for Republican candidate Brad Schimel over Democrat Susan Crawford, who won the election.
• The election was significant, maintaining a 4-3 liberal majority on the court and becoming the most costly judicial race in U. S. history, with spending close to $100 million.
• Both political parties were heavily engaged in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, which is crucial since justices serve ten-year terms. The next opportunity for a court change will be in 2028.
• Musk had invested over $20 million in the race and expressed concern that a Crawford victory would threaten Republican congressional seats, impacting the GOP's agenda.
• The Democrats framed the election as a referendum on abortion, as the court was set to address an old abortion restriction law.
• Additionally, they criticized Musk’s financial input, claiming he attempted to purchase a court seat.
• Despite the perception of Musk's overwhelming spending, records show that Crawford's campaign, backed by significant Democratic funding, outspent Schimel's nearly two-to-one.
• Crawford's campaign spent over $28 million, while Schimel's spent about $15 million. Notable contributors to Crawford included Reid Hoffman, J. B. Pritzker, and George Soros.
• The total spending was reported as $45 million for Crawford and $53 million for Schimel, demonstrating a competitive funding environment despite historical trends favoring Democrats in off-year elections.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election was marked by significant financial investment from both sides, reflecting the importance of judicial influence on political matters, particularly around issues like abortion. Tim Walz's remarks highlight the ongoing tension between financial influence in politics and public sentiment on critical issues.
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