Wisconsin Supreme Court

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Now holds a 5-2 liberal majority following Taylor's victory; positioned to pursue recusal reform and hear major cases without vulnerability to forced absences

Chris Taylor defeated conservative Appeals Court Judge Maria Lazar on April 7, expanding the liberal majority from 4-3 to 5-2. Taylor, a liberal judge with an abortion-rights background, secured approximately 56% of the vote in a race that drew significantly less national attention and spending than previous cycles.

Updated May 30