Statement by Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States of America Congratulations to Kyle Rittenhouse for being found INNOCENT of all charges. It’s called being found NOT GUILTY—And by the way, if that’s not self defense, nothing is!

MADISON – Today, information was released that Darrell Brooks Jr, the suspect in the tragedy in Waukesha, has been charged with crimes 10 times since 1999. Most recently, he was charged in an incident in which he is accused of running a woman over with his vehicle in Milwaukee, and later released on $1,000 cash bail – an amount that the Milwaukee’s District Attorney’s office described today in a statement as “inappropriately low.” Based on this, the DA’s office will be conducting an internal review. Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement: “For someone with a violent track record

City of Racine – The City of Racine Public Health Department is hosting a special kids focused vaccine clinic this Wednesday, November 24th to help ensure our youths are able to celebrate the upcoming holidays safely. At the clinic children (and their parents) can get vaccinated, meet Santa, and receive coloring books, crayons, and candy canes. City of Racine residents, including 5 – 11 year olds, are also eligible to receive a $50 gift card for getting vaccinated.     “With school being out this Wednesday, the Public Health Department thought we would invite Santa to host a fun, kids focused vaccine clinic to kick off the holiday season. We know people plan to travel and host gatherings to celebrate the holidays this year, and

[Waukesha, WI] – Former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch released the following statement following the tragic events at the Waukesha Christmas Parade: “My heart is broken for the victims and families in Waukesha who gathered to celebrate the Christmas season at a parade that ended in unthinkable tragedy. I cannot begin to comprehend the pain they are feeling. As the mother of a teenage girl who marches in parades with her dance team or band, I cannot help but think about how easily this could have been our family. “The heartbreak of this act is only compounded by the reality that

MADISON, WI – RENEW Wisconsin Executive Director, Heather Allen, released the following statement today in response to the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the Build Back Better bill. “RENEW Wisconsin applauds the House passage of the Build Back Better bill. This package of investments charts a course forward to invest in America’s heartland, create clean energy job opportunities for Wisconsinites, and bolster transportation systems, homes, and businesses. The tax credit expansions included in this bill for solar, wind, biogas, microgrids, geothermal, electric vehicles, and energy storage will help Wisconsin farmers, homeowners, schools, local governments, and small businesses save money on

MILWAUKEE — Thirty members of the Marquette University faculty, graduate student instructors and staff have collaborated on a book titled, “On the Vocation of the Educator in this Moment,” which features 24 reflections that capture a specific moment in time as educators across the country and around the world were called to rethink their pedagogical strategies and vocations. With higher education navigating the global pandemic, an increased awareness of social justice, and a changing landscape on college campuses across the country, Marquette faculty were invited to reflect on this moment from their own perspectives, expertise, and experiences. This book was

Madison, Wis. – November 22, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National  Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will survey producers for its County Agricultural  Production Survey (CAPS) and December 1, 2021 Agricultural Survey. The surveys will collect  information on total acres planted and final year-end harvested acres, yield, and production of  row crops, as well as collecting information about grains and oilseeds stored on farms. Producers can complete their survey securely online at agcounts.usda.gov.  “The data provided by producers will help federal and state programs provide support to  farmers across the country,” said Greg Bussler, Wisconsin State Statistician, “We hope

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Dr. Ravi Murali, 39, formerly of Edgerton, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 54 months in federal prison for Dr. Murali’s role in a scheme to defraud Medicare.  Dr. Murali pleaded guilty to this charge on March 31, 2021. Dr. Murali wrote thousands of fraudulent orders for Durable Medical Equipment (DME).  Other participants in the scheme used Dr. Murali’s fraudulent orders to bill Medicare $26,000,000 of which Medicare paid $13,000,000. At sentencing, Chief Judge Peterson emphasized that a severe sentence was

MILWAUKEE – In response to the tragedy yesterday at the Waukesha Holiday Parade that left five community members dead and 48 more injured, including ten children in the ICU and six of them in critical condition, State Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “As details continue to unfold surrounding the horrendous events that took place at the Waukesha Holiday Parade yesterday, I want to send prayers to those community members that had to endure such a senseless act of violence. Our communities should be able to gather together publicly in the spirit of the season without having to

MILWAUKEE (Nov.22, 2021) – Against the backdrop of several high-profile federal trials, state and community leaders today called on men to take a stand against human trafficking and the commercial sex trade. The goal is to enlist at least 75,000 men to join the cause. One of the best ways to make change happen is by educating our friends and neighbors. By raising awareness, we inspire one person to stand up, and then another and another. It’s like dominoes,” said Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes. “Men need to play a responsible role in this issue. We can’t absolve ourselves of responsibility with

MADISON, WI- On the tragedy that struck the City of Waukesha last night, Representative Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “My prayers are with the people of Waukesha, and to all the communities that have been impacted by this senseless act of violence. For such tragedy to strike during a holiday celebration is unthinkable. Please join me in praying for the victims and their families during this time.” “The Waukesha Community Foundation and the United Way have created a ‘United for Waukesha Community Fund’. This fund will assist the families of the victims and be found here: www.waukeshafoundation.org/parade. The Department of