Former President Barack Obama has officially endorsed Judge Susan Crawford, a liberal candidate running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, in a race that could tip the state’s highest court even further to the Left. The endorsement comes just days before the April 1 election and is being viewed as a clear attempt by Democrats to weaponize the judiciary to advance a radical agenda.
In his endorsement, Obama declared Crawford the only candidate who would “protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of Wisconsinites”—a not-so-subtle nod to the progressive priorities Democrats hope to enshrine through judicial fiat.
If you live in Wisconsin – or have friends or family who do – there’s an important Supreme Court race happening right now. And there’s only one candidate ready to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of Wisconsinites: Judge Susan Crawford.
We’ve all seen how important…
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 25, 2025
What’s at Stake?
This race is far from routine. With Wisconsin’s Supreme Court currently holding a 4-3 liberal majority, the outcome could shape key rulings on:
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Election integrity and redistricting
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Voter ID laws and election security
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Abortion restrictions
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Constitutional challenges to union reforms
In short, it could determine the balance of power in a critical swing state heading into the 2024 and 2028 presidential elections.
GOP Pushes Back: “Dangerously Liberal Agenda”
Andrew Iverson, Executive Director of the Wisconsin GOP, slammed the Obama-backed candidate, warning voters that a Crawford victory would empower out-of-state interests and radical activists.
“A vote for Susan Crawford is a vote for a dangerously liberal Democrat agenda,” Iverson said.
Crawford’s support has poured in from far-left mega-donors, including organizations tied to George Soros, fueling concerns about national liberals attempting to hijack Wisconsin’s court system.
Trump Throws His Support Behind Brad Schimel
President Donald Trump has endorsed Brad Schimel, a respected former Wisconsin Attorney General and staunch conservative. Trump urged voters to back Schimel early, calling him a “strong, common-sense Republican” and warning against letting a “Radical Left Democrat” flip the court even further to the Left.
Schimel is backed by over 80 sheriffs, countless farmers, sportsmen, and small business owners across the state—people who represent the values Democrats seem increasingly out of touch with.
Most Expensive Supreme Court Race in U.S. History
With over $76 million already spent, this race has shattered records, becoming the most expensive state Supreme Court election in American history. And for good reason: the Left sees it as a backdoor to impose their agenda without going through the voters.
On the conservative side, Elon Musk’s America PAC has launched ads backing Schimel, signaling the importance of holding the line against judicial activism.
Bottom Line
This isn’t just a race for a judgeship—it’s a fight for the future of Wisconsin and the rule of law. While Democrats use celebrities, billionaires, and scare tactics to push extremist judges into power, Republicans are standing with law enforcement, farmers, and working families to defend constitutional values.
Wisconsin voters now face a clear choice: protect the rule of law or allow the radical Left to control the courts.