Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) announced Friday that it is reopening its facilities for in-person visitation starting Tuesday March 1, due to a continued decrease in COVID-19 activity. “We appreciate the patience and understanding of those in our care and their loved ones as we have navigated the COVID-19 pandemic,” said DOC Sec. Kevin A. Carr. “Family connection during incarceration has shown to have a positive impact on success upon return to the community, and in-person visitation is one way of maintaining that connection.” As of Thursday, Feb. 24, there were 77 active COVID-19 infections among

Today, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Armed Services Committee, joined America’s Newsroom on Fox News and Andrea Mitchell Reports on MSNBC to discuss Russia’s attacks on Ukraine. Click here to watch America’s Newsroom and click here to watch Andrea Mitchell Reports, or read highlights from the conversation below. On the failure to deter Putin: “There is bipartisan concern that the sanctions announced don’t go far enough. The President seems unwilling to consider kicking Russia off the SWIFT system. And until we really go after the Russian energy sector, I fear there are loopholes

“Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will provide much-needed real-world experience to the U.S. Supreme Court, having directly served the people, forgoing a career in corporate law to serve as a defense attorney and work on sentencing reform. She currently sits on the U.S. Court of Appeals and served for eight years as a federal trial court judge, where she established herself as an impartial and fair jurist. Her legal experience includes serving as a public defender, giving legal representation to our most vulnerable members of society. This work is challenging and often comes with low pay, but she pursued it in

Contact: info@KarstForAssembly.com Greenfield, Wis. – David Karst, current chairman of the Republican Party of Milwaukee County, filed this morning to run for Wisconsin State Assembly in the 84th District. “I am a father of 2, husband of 32 years, a Christian, and a 27 year resident of Greenfield, Wisconsin. As an accomplished businessman and entrepreneur, as well as a long-time political leader for Milwaukee County and the state of Wisconsin, I know I have what it takes to be a member of the State Assembly and represent our community well. Wisconsin is my home, and I am willing to fight

Madison, WI – State Representative Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego) voted YES on several bills strengthening election integrity. The bills are necessary after numerous reports of clear, irrefutable evidence that there were irregularities in the administration of Wisconsin’s 2020 election. The comprehensive package of election reform bills include closing voter ID loopholes, standardizing procedures for ballot collecting, establishing a uniform observation distance for recount observers, and guaranteeing that only voters may make corrections on their own ballots. Senate Joint Resolution 101 is a constitutional amendment to prevent private companies from funding our elections – Zuckerbucks. Rep. Wichgers voted NO on Senate Bills 935,

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 494 has announced its endorsement of Judge Lori Kornblum for Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District 2. “The working men and women of IBEW 494 are proud to endorse Judge Lori Kornblum to continue her service to all Wisconsinites on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals,”  said Dean A. Warsh, Business Manager for IBEW Local 494. “Making sure all voices are heard is fundamental if we are to continue to build stronger, safer communities. Throughout her life and career, Judge Kornblum has shown her commitment to fairness and equal justice under the law. We

WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to combat a sharp rise in oil prices amid Vladimir Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bicameral group, led by Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) and U.S. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA), in sending a letter to President Biden urging the White House to stabilize gas prices and help working families by releasing oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). Drawing down oil from the federal government’s stockpile now and then replacing it later with less expensive crude could help temporarily keep gas prices down for Americans, strengthen U.S. national security, and

OSHKOSH – On Thursday, The Federalist published an op-ed by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Dr. Robert Malone on how the COVID cartel – federal health agencies, Big Pharma, legacy media, and Big Tech – wrongly scapegoated those who chose not to be vaccinated and pit Americans against each other.   The full op-ed can be found here, and excerpts are below.   “The timing of scapegoating the unvaccinated for the ongoing pandemic was no coincidence. For anyone paying attention and not blinded by the siren song of Fauci, it was becoming apparent that the vaccines were not as safe or effective as

MADISON — The ACLU of Wisconsin today denounced consideration of a proposal in the Wisconsin State Assembly that would prevent local governments from restricting the use of no-knock warrants by law enforcement.   Assembly Bill 834 would strip local jurisdictions of their authority to restrain an officer’s ability to carry out a no-knock warrant – a tactic that allows law enforcement to enter an individual’s residence without first announcing their presence.   Between 2010 and 2016, 81 civilians and 13 law enforcement officers died during no-knock and quick-knock raids across the country.   “For the Wisconsin State Legislature – just

MADISON, Wis. – Today, following President Biden nominating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Judge Jackson is a top jurist with strong experience practicing law and on the federal bench – her merit, her experience, and her unwavering dedication to the law make her an exceptionally qualified nominee. In nominating the eminently qualified Judge Jackson, President Biden has fulfilled his promise to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court of the United States. “By confirming Judge Jackson, the U.S. Senate will deliver a

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on President Biden’s nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court: “Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is extremely well qualified, with strong experience on the federal bench and a proven commitment to the rule of law. The Supreme Court makes decisions that have a profound effect on the lives of all Americans and President Biden’s nomination of Judge Jackson is historic and deeply inspiring.” More information on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson can be found here. An online version of this release is available here.