Wisconsin Early Voting Surges Ahead of Supreme Court Election

Early voting in Wisconsin for the upcoming state Supreme Court election has seen a significant increase, with nearly 408,000 ballots cast ahead of the election. This includes a 95% rise in early, in-person absentee ballots compared to the previous election cycle, particularly in Republican-leaning areas like Waukesha County. The financial stakes are also unprecedented, with spending reaching $90 million, making it the most expensive Supreme Court race in U.S. history. There are high expectations for voter turnout, potentially surpassing the previous spring elections. In Madison, early voting has nearly doubled, and absentee ballot requests are on par with 2023 figures, while local city council elections also add to the stakes. Former Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump have voiced support for candidates in this pivotal race, intensifying its significance.