Kentucky Judge Withdraws, Write-In Emerges | Louisville News

A Kentucky judge’s last-minute withdrawal from reelection has sparked chaos as a write-in candidate, Michael Wilson, suddenly appears on the ballot — just days after Judge Mary Jude Wolford announced her retirement. Despite Wolford’s frantic attempts to reverse her withdrawal, including mailing official paperwork, the state elections office processed her exit, leaving Wilson poised to win with just one vote. Wolford insists she changed her mind and plans to stay on the bench, calling public service non-negotiable. Wilson’s camp remains silent on whether he knew about Wolford’s plans, while election officials admit they didn’t respond to her appeals — raising serious questions about transparency and process in a high-stakes judicial race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2ffb9a2c648f1d88