The election was for a 10-year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

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The seat was being vacated by retiring conservative Justice Patience Roggensack.

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The two candidates were liberal Milwaukee County Judge Janet Protasiewicz and conservative former state Supreme Court justice Daniel Kelly.

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 Protasiewicz won the election with 55% of the vote. The victory gives Democrats a 4-3 majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

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 This is the first time Democrats have controlled the court since 2008.

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The victory is a major setback for Republicans, who had been hoping to retain control of the court and use it to block Democratic-backed legislation.

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 The election was seen as a test of the strength of the Democratic Party in Wisconsin.

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 The results of the election could have implications for future elections in Wisconsin, including the 2024 presidential election.

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The Wisconsin Supreme Court is one of the most important courts in the country, as it has the power to decide on a wide range of issues, including abortion rights, gun control, and voting rights.

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