Judge Maria Lazar announced Wednesday her candidacy for an open Wisconsin Supreme Court seat that became available following Justice Rebecca Bradley’s departure, The Hill reported.
Lazar’s candidacy sets up a pivotal contest for Republicans to potentially regain ground on the high court.
The court currently holds a 4-3 liberal majority, but Bradley’s retirement would reduce the balance to 4-2.
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