On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Capitol Correspondent Scott Bauer discuss the developing field in the 2026 governor’s race after Gov. Tony Evers announces he won’t seek a third term, Dem efforts to win the majority in the state Senate, AG Josh Kaul joining his 26th lawsuit against the Trump administration and more.
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez today announced she’s running for governor, making her the first Dem to officially announce a bid after Gov. Tony Evers decided not to seek a third term. Meanwhile, Milwaukee County Exec David Crowley said he will take steps in the coming weeks to enter the race. Rodriguez, a former state rep from Brookfield released a short video announcing her campaign to succeed Evers, touting her background as an ER nurse, small business owner and health care executive. She also lists several reasons why she’s running. “First, we’ve got a maniac in the White House. His tariffs…
Dem Tony Evers announced today he won’t seek reelection next year, passing on the opportunity to become only the second governor in Wisconsin history to win at least three four-year terms.
Dems reported $374,369 raised through its federal account in June, while the Republican Party reported $237,906, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.
“I have the vision for making Wisconsin literally ground zero for the reindustrialization that he’s trying to lead in the country,” Berrien, CEO of manufacturing and machining firm Pindel Global Precision, said on WISN 12’s “UpFront,“ which is produced in partnership with WisPolitics.