As early voting begins in Wisconsin, conservatives are being urged to rally behind Judge Brad Schimel in a state Supreme Court race that could shift the court’s balance of power and reshape national politics. President Donald Trump issued a forceful endorsement of Schimel, saying Wisconsin voters must act or risk losing a crucial legal firewall.
Trump blasted Schimel’s opponent, Judge Susan Crawford, for what he called a radical record. He warned that her win would open the door to policies that threaten law enforcement, parental rights and constitutional protections conservatives hold dear.
Schimel, a former attorney general and current circuit court judge, welcomed Trump’s backing. He described the election as a turning point not just for Wisconsin, but for the entire conservative movement.
Wisconsin election for the state supreme court is critical. Frens in WI, Trump is asking you to vote early. We need to stop these radical activist judges.https://t.co/i77NyYGBJohttps://t.co/R3uEIIIIOQ pic.twitter.com/JrCK2XVa1B
— Nevs (@Nevstv) March 22, 2025
Conservatives say the stakes go far beyond state borders. Internal communications from Democratic donors have revealed a strategy to use the court to force redistricting, targeting two Republican-held congressional seats. Flipping the court could give Democrats a path to control the U.S. House in 2026.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court election April 1st, 2025 is critical to the success of MAGA and the Trump Presidency. Brad Schimel must win! https://t.co/5pMwtLbg8r
— CrosscutSaw (@saw_crosscut) March 6, 2025
Republicans like Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Wisconsin GOP Chair Brian Schimming are sounding the alarm. They argue this is the moment to fight back against what they see as a well-funded liberal power grab being orchestrated from outside the state.
IT’S TIME TO ACT NOW🚨🇺🇸
There is a critical election on April 1st to reclaim the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and TPAction is deploying hundreds of patriots to travel to Wisconsin and chase ballots ⚡️
Winning Wisconsin in 2025 isn't just about securing a Supreme Court seat—it’s… pic.twitter.com/uZe1ngL2Cf
— Driena Sixto (@DrienaSixto) March 11, 2025
Groups tied to Elon Musk have poured millions into supporting Schimel’s campaign, while Democratic megadonors including George Soros and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker are backing Crawford. The race is now the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, passing the $59 million mark.
Brett Favre is endorsing Brad Schimmel for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, urging voters to “keep Wisconsin and America winning” by supporting Schimmel on April 1. Linking Schimmel’s NFL fame with Wisconsin pride is intended to boost conservative turnout in this critical election pic.twitter.com/euotnpWDOP
— Victoria🌱 (@Victoria18688) March 23, 2025
Conservative activists, including Scott Presler, are focused on driving early turnout. Presler’s group, Early Vote Action, is targeting Trump supporters from past elections to show up again before April 1.
Schimel has emphasized that this race is about protecting core constitutional principles. He warned that if conservatives don’t show up to vote, they risk losing the very legal tools they rely on to fight progressive overreach in both Madison and Washington.
