MON PM Update: With Duffy’s resignation, potential 7th CD candidates consider options

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Potential candidates for 7th CD quickly began to consider their options after U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy, R-Weston, announced he will resign next month. Meanwhile, Gov. Tony Evers was weighing when to call a special election to fill the northern Wisconsin seat with the possibility the date he chooses impacts the spring state Supreme … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Comments on Russia visa denial

Contact: Ben Voelkel WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced today that he has been denied a visa by the government of the Russian Federation to enter Russia as part of a bipartisan congressional delegation. Senator Johnson is the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation and had planned to speak with a range of Russian government officials, American businesses, civil society organizations, and others. “The path Vladimir Putin has chosen for Russia is a tragedy of historic proportions. Instead of holding free and fair elections, respecting the rule of law, and integrating Russia’s

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WisPolitics Midday – August 26, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Breaking News: Representatvie Sean Duffy announces he will retire from Congress in September. Rep Bryan Steil gives his thoughts on tariffs. Possible Republican candidate in the WI10 Senate District.

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Sen. Hansen: In response to Assembly Republicans attack on Governor Evers

Contact: Sen. Hansen 608-266-5670 Today’s comments from Assembly Republicans John Macco, Jim Steineke and Dave Steffen in response to Governor Evers’ renewed pledge to help fund the Greater Green Bay Visitors Center underscore the problem at the core of politics today. “Rather than understanding they could all benefit from being seen by the public as working together with Governor Evers and Democrats to help our area, these Republicans chose to go along with their leaders in Madison to remove the visitors center and other projects in favor of creating their own special slush fund so they could deny Governor Evers

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Sen. Tiffany: Statement on Congressman Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Senator Tom Tiffany Phone: (608) 266-2509 MADISON, Wis. – State Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Minocqua) released this statement regarding the resignation of Congressman Sean Duffy: “I would like to thank Congressman Sean Duffy for his service to the people of Northern Wisconsin. I wish Sean, his wife Rachel and their family the very best with their future plans. Sean has been a tireless advocate for his district and has served this state with honor and distinction. I am proud to call Sean a friend, and he will be greatly missed.”

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Statement on Sean Duffy’s retirement

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—Bryan Steil released a statement following Sean Duffy’s retirement announcement: “Sean is a great friend, an unwavering champion for Wisconsin families, and most importantly, a devoted husband and father. Sean has been a great ally in Congress. His passion for bettering our nation and taking an ax to the issues that matter most will be sorely missed. I wish Sean, Rachel, and their kids nothing but the best and I will continue praying for their family.”

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Rep. August: Thanks Congressman Sean Duffy for service

Contact: Representative Tyler August 608-266-1190 MADISON…Representative Tyler August (R-Lake Geneva) released the following statement upon the announcement by Congressman Sean Duffy of his plans to resign. “I want to thank Congressman Duffy for his service to our state and nation. His dedication to the party as well as his constituents of the northwoods is unmatched. Over the years he has accomplished a great deal and we are thankful for his service. While Sean and I have been political allies for years, he has much more importantly become a close friend. I know he and Rachel have not arrived at this

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Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Statement on Rep. Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org MADISON — The following is a statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin chair Ben Wikler on news that Rep. Sean Duffy will be resigning from Congress: “The Democratic Party of Wisconsin sends its well wishes to the Duffy family as they face the medical challenges ahead. During the fight against the repeal of the Affordable Care Act, I worked closely with the families of children born with congenital heart defects. Nurturing these children is a full-time job, and one that takes great emotional strength from the families who love them. I will be hoping for the

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Statement on Rep. Duffy’s decision to step down from Congress

Contact: Jordan Dunn GREEN BAY, WI— Congressman Mike Gallagher (WI-08) today released the following statement after Congressman Sean Duffy (WI-07) announced he would step down from the U.S. House of Representatives. “Since the first time I met him, it was clear to me that Sean Duffy was a great husband, father, and a dedicated representative for the people of Wisconsin. His decision to leave Congress is unfortunate, but Sean’s choice ultimately reflects his commitment to always putting his family first. I will miss serving with him in Congress and will pray for him, Rachel, and their growing family as they

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SHINE Medical Technologies: Former House Speaker Paul Ryan appointed to SHINE’s Board of Directors

JANESVILLE, Wis., Aug. 26, 2019 – SHINE Medical Technologies, LLC today announced the appointment of Paul D. Ryan to the company’s board of directors. Mr. Ryan brings nearly three decades of experience with complex national and international health care, business, energy and other issues to SHINE’s board. He was the 54th speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and represented the 1st Congressional District in Southern Wisconsin, which includes Janesville, for 20 years. Before being elected speaker, he served as chairman of the House Ways & Means and Budget Committees. Mr. Ryan was his party’s vice-presidential nominee in 2012. “Paul

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on Rep. Sean Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Ben Voelkel OSHKOSH — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said the following after Rep. Sean Duffy (R-Wis.) announced he will resign from serving Wisconsin’s seventh congressional district: “We are all saddened by the news that Sean and Rachel Duffy’s soon-to-be-born baby girl will experience significant health challenges. Family responsibilities should always come first, and I fully understand and respect Sean’s decision to devote his full time and attention to his family. I ask everyone to keep Sean and his family in your prayers.”

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Comments on Russia visa denial

Contact: Ben Voelkel WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced today that he has been denied a visa by the government of the Russian Federation to enter Russia as part of a bipartisan congressional delegation. Senator Johnson is the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s Subcommittee on Europe and Regional

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WisPolitics Midday – August 26, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Breaking News: Representatvie Sean Duffy announces he will retire from Congress in September. Rep Bryan Steil gives his thoughts on tariffs. Possible Republican candidate in the WI10 Senate District.

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Sen. Hansen: In response to Assembly Republicans attack on Governor Evers

Contact: Sen. Hansen 608-266-5670 Today’s comments from Assembly Republicans John Macco, Jim Steineke and Dave Steffen in response to Governor Evers’ renewed pledge to help fund the Greater Green Bay Visitors Center underscore the problem at the core of politics today. “Rather than understanding they could all benefit from being

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Sen. Tiffany: Statement on Congressman Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Senator Tom Tiffany Phone: (608) 266-2509 MADISON, Wis. – State Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Minocqua) released this statement regarding the resignation of Congressman Sean Duffy: “I would like to thank Congressman Sean Duffy for his service to the people of Northern Wisconsin. I wish Sean, his wife Rachel and their

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Statement on Sean Duffy’s retirement

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—Bryan Steil released a statement following Sean Duffy’s retirement announcement: “Sean is a great friend, an unwavering champion for Wisconsin families, and most importantly, a devoted husband and father. Sean has been a great ally in Congress. His passion for bettering our nation and taking

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Rep. August: Thanks Congressman Sean Duffy for service

Contact: Representative Tyler August 608-266-1190 MADISON…Representative Tyler August (R-Lake Geneva) released the following statement upon the announcement by Congressman Sean Duffy of his plans to resign. “I want to thank Congressman Duffy for his service to our state and nation. His dedication to the party as well as his constituents

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Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Statement on Rep. Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org MADISON — The following is a statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin chair Ben Wikler on news that Rep. Sean Duffy will be resigning from Congress: “The Democratic Party of Wisconsin sends its well wishes to the Duffy family as they face the medical challenges ahead.

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on Rep. Sean Duffy’s resignation

Contact: Ben Voelkel OSHKOSH — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said the following after Rep. Sean Duffy (R-Wis.) announced he will resign from serving Wisconsin’s seventh congressional district: “We are all saddened by the news that Sean and Rachel Duffy’s soon-to-be-born baby girl will experience significant health challenges. Family responsibilities

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