Republicans seized the state Supreme Court after changing how judges are elected. The political implications — and ramifications for everyday life — are huge. This story also appeared in USA TODAY NEW BERN, N.C. — As the daylight faded on April 12, 2018, a Craven County sheriff’s deputy pulled over a white pickup. Heather French […]
Category: High Courts, High Stakes
State supreme courts were once dominated by Democrats. A concerted effort by right-wing groups has changed that — with massive implications for abortion, LGBTQ+ rights and elections.