All articles tagged with #wisconsin supreme court
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley announced she will not seek re-election, potentially allowing liberals to expand their 4-3 majority on the court, amid a highly contentious and expensive judicial race in the state.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
Conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley announced she will not seek reelection, citing concerns over increasing partisanship and a shift away from principled judicial service, as the court's liberal majority continues to influence key legal issues in the state.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WPR
Justice Rebecca Bradley will not seek reelection to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, leaving the race open and highlighting ongoing challenges for conservatives in Wisconsin judicial elections, which tend to favor liberals. The race for her seat is expected to be competitive, with potential candidates like Judge Maria Lazar considering a run, and reflects broader political dynamics affecting nonpresidential races in Wisconsin.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC News
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 4-3 in favor of allowing the state's ban on conversion therapy to be enacted, ruling that a legislative committee's rejection of the regulation was unconstitutional and that it overstepped legislative authority, thereby strengthening executive power and impacting broader regulatory issues.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Politico
The Wisconsin Supreme Court, controlled by liberal justices, declined to hear challenges from Democrats seeking to redraw the state's congressional district boundaries before the 2026 elections, maintaining the current maps that favor Republicans and marking a setback for Democratic efforts to gain more competitive districts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Wisconsin Examiner
The Wisconsin Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Gov. Tony Evers overstepped his partial veto authority on a literacy law, reversing a lower court decision and affirming legislative control over funding. The ruling requires the release of nearly $50 million for literacy programs, which had been withheld due to the veto dispute, and highlights ongoing tensions over veto powers and budget allocations in Wisconsin.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by PBS
The Wisconsin Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of the Republican-controlled Legislature, limiting Governor Tony Evers' veto powers and allowing the Legislature to control certain funds through an emergency fund, impacting the state's budget and funding for literacy programs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley of the Wisconsin Supreme Court has announced that she will not seek re-election, leaving her seat up for grabs in a contest that will determine whether the court maintains a liberal or conservative majority. Her decision sets the stage for a heated election, similar to the recent 2023 contest that resulted in a shift of power to the liberals. With Wisconsin's electorate closely divided, the race to replace Justice Walsh Bradley is expected to be closely fought.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New Republic
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley announces retirement, setting up a contentious battle for her seat; Donald Trump pushes for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to run for president, claiming he would take votes from Joe Biden; House Speaker Mike Johnson faces backlash from Republicans for working with Democrats; Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones faces investigation for serving as a fake elector for Trump in 2020; Chaos erupts in Arizona legislature as Republicans shut down discussion to repeal draconian abortion ban; South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem banned from Native American tribal lands after making disparaging remarks; Newsmax falsely accuses President Biden of forgetting that Africa is a country; Trump's media venture stock plummets, and he blames Biden for his legal troubles; Trump issues bizarre call for debate with Biden, claims he wouldn't sign a national abortion ban if reelected.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WKOW
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley has announced that she will not seek re-election when her term ends in July 2025, stating that it's time to pass the torch and bring fresh perspectives to the court. Her decision means that Gov. Tony Evers will not be appointing a replacement to serve the remainder of her term, and it also opens up the opportunity for control of the court to be up for grabs once again. Bradley, who has served on the court since 1995, became the first woman to be elected, rather than appointed, to the court.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley, a liberal justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court since 1995, announced she will not seek re-election, creating an open seat for control of the court. Appeals judge Chris Taylor is considering a bid for the seat, while former Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel has already announced a campaign. Bradley's departure will lead to a loss of significant institutional knowledge for the court, with implications for future rulings and administrative decisions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley, the longest-serving member of the Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority, announced she will not seek reelection, setting the stage for a consequential race in a swing state and potentially allowing conservatives to retake control. Her retirement comes after the court's recent 4-3 decisions on key issues such as election maps, ballot drop boxes, and abortion. With Bradley out of the race, the April 2025 election becomes crucial for conservatives, who aim to defend seats in 2026 and 2027.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to review a lower court ruling that declared Amazon delivery drivers as employees, not independent contractors, leaving a 2023 appeals court decision against Amazon in place. This means Amazon Logistics may face a tax bill of over $200,000. Labor unions and the state Department of Workforce Development supported the classification of Amazon Flex workers as employees, while the gig economy's impact on worker classification continues to be a contentious issue in courts across the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Wisconsin's top Republican, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, criticized supporters of former President Donald Trump who are trying to recall him as "whack jobs and morons," predicting their effort would fail and result in fraud charges. Recall organizers submitted petitions last week, but an initial review found insufficient valid signatures and allegations of forgery. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is being asked to determine district boundaries for any potential recall election, with a decision expected by April 11.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Wisconsin Supreme Court rejected a Democratic request to reconsider the state's congressional maps for the 2024 election, ensuring that the current district boundaries will remain in place. This decision comes after Democrats successfully changed legislative boundaries last month. The court's rejection was based on the new majority's stance on rebalancing political power in the state, with conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley expressing concerns about the court's independence and integrity. The rejection means that Wisconsin's current congressional district boundaries, drawn by Governor Evers, will stand for the upcoming election, with Republicans holding six of the state's eight House seats.