Jefferson Griffin News and In-Depth Reporting

Some N.C. Supreme Court Republicans Seem Willing to Overturn Griffin’s Defeat

Jefferson Griffin, who currently serves on the Court of Appeals, is the Republican candidate for the state Supreme Court. (Photo courtesy of Griffin's campaign)

While the justices remanded the case to Wake County’s superior court on Wednesday, it’s likely to return.

Jefferson Griffin’s Gambit For a State Supreme Court Seat

Jefferson Griffin, who currently serves on the Court of Appeals, is the Republican candidate for the state Supreme Court. (Photo courtesy of Griffin's campaign)

Last year, a state board and rules commission said overseas voters didn’t need to provide photo ID. Now Griffin wants ballots from heavily Democratic counties tossed.

The Never-Ending Supreme Court Race

N.C. Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs speaks at a Johnston County event. (Matt Ramey for The Assembly)

The state Supreme Court race is now in its fourth week, with no sign of wrapping up in the near future.

What Is Going on With the State Supreme Court Race?

Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs talks to Johnston County voters. (Matt Ramey for The Assembly)

The race between Democrat Allison Riggs and Republican Jefferson Griffin drags into its third week, with the incumbent now up several dozen votes.

Supreme Court Race Likely to Head to Recount

N.C. Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs speaks at the Johnston County Democratic Party HQ in Smithfield. (Matt Ramey for The Assembly)

The state’s highest court has become yet another political battleground over the last decade, and rulings have gotten more partisan.

Dominoes on the Court

N.C. Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs speaks at the Johnston County Democratic Party HQ in Smithfield. (Matt Ramey for The Assembly)

Republicans have a 5-2 majority on the state Supreme Court, and Democrats are fighting to hold onto Allison Riggs’ seat this year.