MADISON—Today, State Representative Lisa Subeck endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.
Judge Jones was appointed by Gov. Tony Evers, and had already been endorsed by Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford, who he replaced in Branch 1, as well as Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett.
“My top priority is a court system that keeps us safe, treats people with dignity, and ensures that everyone’s rights are protected,” said Rep. Lisa Subeck. “There’s no doubt in my mind that the best choice for Branch 1 is Judge Ben Jones. He has a strong record of putting kids first, upholding the law, and making sure that we have a better Wisconsin for everyone.”
“I appreciate and thank Rep. Subeck for her support,” said Judge Jones. “She’s a strong leader who has her finger on the pulse of the community, and I am proud to have her endorsement.”
A longtime champion for the rights of kids and inclusion in education, Judge Jones was appointed to the bench by Governor Tony Evers earlier this year, following a comprehensive merit-driven selection process. Prior to being appointed to the bench, Judge Jones built an impressive record as an attorney in private practice, and then was chief legal counsel at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), the state’s education agency.
Jones distinguished himself at DPI as the leader developing legal frameworks for providing education during the COVID crisis. He was also the architect of a legal strategy to protect children’s rights, especially as the Trump Administration has tried to undermine protections secured through generations of advocacy – especially for LGBTQ+ kids.
Judge Jones lives in Monona with his wife and two sons, and is a proud graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison and UW Law School.
The general election will be April 7, 2026, with a primary election to be held February 17 if there are three or more candidates.
