MON PM Update: Attorneys for GOP lawmakers request to intervene in voter list lawsuit

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The attorneys GOP lawmakers hired to represent them in a federal lawsuit that could impact the registrations of more than 200,000 Wisconsin voters asked a judge today to allow them to intervene in the case, which they want dismissed. In one filing, the GOP attorneys indicated the Republicans legislators back an Ozaukee County j… 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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DOJ asks state Supreme Court to pass on taking up voter list case

The state DOJ is urging the Wisconsin Supreme Court to pass on taking up whether thousands of voters who may have moved should have their registrations deactivated. In a separate filing Friday, the agency also again asked the 4th District Court of Appeals to stay an Ozaukee County judge’s ruling requiring deactivation for those voters if they failed to respond to an Election Commission mailing within 30 days. The conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty filed the suit seeking to force the commission to take action. It then asked the state Supreme Court to take the case after DOJ

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Tiffany campaign: Launches first radio ad featuring Governor Scott Walker

Minocqua, Wis. — U.S. Congressional Candidate Tom Tiffany launched his first radio ad Monday morning. The ad, which will air districtwide, is narrated by former Governor Scott Walker who touts Tiffany’s proven conservative record as reason why voters can count on him to stand with President Trump and drain the swamp. Listen to the radio ad here. A transcript of the ad is below: “Hi, this is Governor Scott Walker. Radical liberals are trying to undo the 2016 election, just like they tried here in the recall. “President Trump needs allies in Washington. And one of my strongest is running for Congress in

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Jason Church: Condemns Rep. Ilhan Omar and Democrat critics of Trump Iran action

Jason Church, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Seventh District, released the following statement regarding Democrats like Rep. Ilhan Omar playing politics with our national security: “Ilhan Omar and Democrats are playing politics with President Trump’s decisive action to combat terror. President Trump was right to take out Qassem Solemani. Many of my friends and colleagues sacrificed their lives protecting the world from the terrorism he incited. “We need a new generation of conservative veterans in Washington who will stand with President Trump in ridding the world of terrorism. Career politicians make their decisions thinking of the next election but real

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Rep. Moore: Statement on U.S. airstrike in Iraq

In response to the U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Without consultation with or authorization from Congress, I fear the Administration is setting us up for another needless war in a turbulent region that will only make our nation and our allies less safe. In conjunction with the reckless decision to pull out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) related to Iran’s nuclear program, it is now crystal clear that this Administration has no coherent strategy, no plan for garnering international support for efforts to “pressure Iran,” and no idea

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Rep. Steil: Releases year one report

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—One year ago today, Bryan Steil was sworn into office as the representative for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Below you will find a Year One Report highlighting Steil’s work on behalf of the First District. “2019 was a busy year. Whether through policy work or federal agency help, we successfully addressed the issues facing our community. USMCA passed the House and is one step closer to helping our dairy farmers. I supported critical funds to alleviate the crisis at our southern border and helped pass policy to deter spam robocalls. There is more work ahead in 2020: tackling our

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WisPolitics Midday – January 6, 2020

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: State DOJ urges WI Supreme Court to pass on taking up voter registration case. Democrats on track to hit fundraising goal for DNC convention in Milwaukee.

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Laura Trump to visit Wausau Jan. 13

Laura Trump, the president’s daughter-in-law and an adviser to the president’s campaign, will be in Wausau on Jan. 13 for a Keep America Great event. The event at the Hilton Garden Inn will come just ahead of the president’s Jan. 14 rally in Milwaukee.

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Bill Kaplan: Health-care coverage and protections endangered

The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. Almost simultaneously the House impeached Trump, while a federal appeals court struck down the Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual mandate that people have health insurance.  The Senate will not remove Trump, but there is uncertainty as to how impeachment will impact the 2020 elections.  Voters will make the final judgment on Trump.  And, there are other important issues, including the future of health-care coverage and protections guaranteed by the ACA. A lawsuit orchestrated in 2018 by then Wisconsin GOP Governor Scott

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Howard Marklein: My plans for 2020

The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. This is the time of year when we each take a hard look at our recent history and set goals for the year ahead. I have several goals for our work together including advancing legislation, studying issues that are important to our communities and making plans for the next legislative session and budget cycle that begins in January 2021. As always, I will continue to provide support and assistance as I am able to for individuals and communities that need help,

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Jeff Smith: Every conversation sparks a new idea

I’m looking forward to meeting more advocates and introducing new bills to support Wisconsinites in 2020. However, we won’t be able to address the most critical issues or have meaningful accomplishments without nonpartisan redistricting reform.

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Rep. Moore: Statement on U.S. airstrike in Iraq

In response to the U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Without consultation with or authorization from Congress, I fear the Administration is setting us up for another needless war in a turbulent region that will only make our nation and our allies

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Rep. Steil: Releases year one report

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—One year ago today, Bryan Steil was sworn into office as the representative for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Below you will find a Year One Report highlighting Steil’s work on behalf of the First District. “2019 was a busy year. Whether through policy work or federal agency help, we

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WisPolitics Midday – January 6, 2020

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: State DOJ urges WI Supreme Court to pass on taking up voter registration case. Democrats on track to hit fundraising goal for DNC convention in Milwaukee.

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Laura Trump to visit Wausau Jan. 13

Laura Trump, the president’s daughter-in-law and an adviser to the president’s campaign, will be in Wausau on Jan. 13 for a Keep America Great event. The event at the Hilton Garden Inn will come just ahead of the president’s Jan. 14 rally in Milwaukee.

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Bill Kaplan: Health-care coverage and protections endangered

The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. Almost simultaneously the House impeached Trump, while a federal appeals court struck down the Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual mandate that people have health insurance.  The Senate will not remove Trump,

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Howard Marklein: My plans for 2020

The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. This is the time of year when we each take a hard look at our recent history and set goals for the year ahead. I have several goals for our work

Read More »

Jeff Smith: Every conversation sparks a new idea

I’m looking forward to meeting more advocates and introducing new bills to support Wisconsinites in 2020. However, we won’t be able to address the most critical issues or have meaningful accomplishments without nonpartisan redistricting reform.

Read More »