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Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

MADISON, Wis.
Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk

Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Judge Susan Crawford preserved liberals’ narrow majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court Tuesday by defeating conservative Brad Schimel, but in a way the real loser of the election was billionaire Elon Musk .
Wisconsin and Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans

Wisconsin and Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans

A trio of elections Tuesday provided early warning signs to Republicans and President Donald Trump at the beginning of an ambitious term, as Democrats rallied against his efforts to slash the federal government and the outsized role being played by b
Tanya Talaga, Jane Philpott among finalists for Shaughnessy Cohen Prize

Tanya Talaga, Jane Philpott among finalists for Shaughnessy Cohen Prize

Journalist Tanya Talaga and former health minister Jane Philpott are among the authors shortlisted for this year's Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing.
GOP senators push ahead on Trump's tax cuts package, punting big decisions for later

GOP senators push ahead on Trump's tax cuts package, punting big decisions for later

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans said they are pushing ahead on President Donald Trump's big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts this week, even though they're punting some of the most difficult decisions — including the costs and how to pay for
Trump is set to announce 'reciprocal' tariffs in a risky move that could reshape the economy

Trump is set to announce 'reciprocal' tariffs in a risky move that could reshape the economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — After weeks of White House hype and public anxiety, President Donald Trump is set Wednesday to announce a barrage of self-described “reciprocal” tariffs on friend and foe alike.
Democratic-backed Wisconsin state schools chief Jill Underly wins reelection over GOP-backed rival

Democratic-backed Wisconsin state schools chief Jill Underly wins reelection over GOP-backed rival

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin voted Tuesday for Jill Underly to remain as the state's top education official during President Donald Trump’s second term, choosing the Democratic-backed incumbent over a Republican-supported critic.
Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

MADISON, Wis.
PHOTO COLLECTION: Wisconsin holds Supreme Court election

PHOTO COLLECTION: Wisconsin holds Supreme Court election

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors. The Associated Press
Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights

Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Susan Crawford , winner of Tuesday’s race to fill a key seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, was backed by national Democrats and made opposition to Elon Musk a centerpiece of her campaign.