Democratic-backed justices look to defend control of Michigan's Supreme Court

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Democratic-backed justices look to defend control of Michigan's Supreme Court
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Michigan Democrats and their allies are defending their majority on the state's Supreme Court after a campaign marked by exorbitant spending. Republicans are trying to flip control of the court to regain some power in a state now dominated by Democrats. They need to win both seats up for election to do so.

FILE - Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden waves as she takes the stage during the Michigan Democratic Party convention, Aug. 24, 2024, in Lansing, Mich. FILE - Michigan Supreme Court candidate Patrick William O’Grady is photographed, Sept. 25, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich. FILE - Michigan Supreme Court candidate Kimberly Anne Thomas meets with supporters, Sept. 21, 2024, in Beverly Hills, Mich. FILE - Michigan Supreme Court candidate Andrew Fink is photographed, Oct.

The four candidates largely spent their official campaign resources on touting their career experiences and qualifications, leaving state parties and outside spending groups to define the issues.She’s the first Black woman on the bench and would be the first to be elected justice if she wins the race. O’Grady has campaigned on his experience as a state trooper, prosecutor and longtime circuit judge in southern Michigan.

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