Biden campaign: First Lady Dr. Jill Biden launches seniors for Biden-Harris in Green Bay, slams Trump’s attacks on Social Security and Medicare
On Thursday in Green Bay, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden kicked off Seniors for Biden-Harris — a national organizing coalition to mobilize key communities around what’s at stake for American seniors in the 2024 election. The First Lady highlighted the contrast between the
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Introduces legislation to strengthen veteran retention in apprenticeships, on-the-job training programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), alongside Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), announced the introduction of legislation to increase financial support for veterans in apprenticeships and on-the-job training programs. Specifically, the Warriors to Workforce Act will amend the current stipulation of
State Bar of Wisconsin: Statement from Executive Director Larry J. Martin on the appointment of Atty. Jennifer Bias, Wisconsin State Public Defender
“The State Public Defender Board has made a sound choice in choosing Atty. Jennifer Bias as Wisconsin’s new State Public Defender. Her extensive experience will serve the state, SPD clients and staff well, as she works in ensure everyone has access
Johnson on ‘UpFront’ presses for moving protest area farther from main RNC venue
GOP U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is urging Dem Gov. Tony Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson to intervene and demand the protest zone for the Republican National Convention be moved further away from Fiserv Forum, the main hub for the convention.
MON AM Update: Johnson on ‘UpFront’ presses for moving protest area farther from RNC main venue
From WisPolitics … — GOP Sen. Ron Johnson is urging Dem Gov. Tony Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson to intervene and demand the protest zone for the Republican National Convention be moved further away from Fiserv Forum, the main
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to pass FY25 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life and National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2025. “The National Defense Authorization Act continues to be one of the most important
FRI REPORT: Child care shortage, enrollment barriers for daycare subsidies fueling surplus in needy families fund
Quotes of the Week Milwaukee, where we are having our convention, is a horrible city. – Former President Donald Trump speaking to House Republicans this week, according to a Punchbowl News report. Trump’s campaign issued a statement pushing back on
Wisconsin State Public Defender: Defender Board selects Jennifer Bias as Public Defender
MADISON – At its meeting today in Madison, the State Public Defender Board selected Jennifer Bias as the next State Public Defender. “Jennifer will be a tremendous leader as State Public Defender. Her experience as an attorney and manager as
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Votes to pass FY25 NDAA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Navy SEAL veteran Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted to pass the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). The FY25 NDAA was highly focused on improving the quality of life
Dane County: To award Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance over $900,000 for 348-acre conservation purchase
Today, County Executive Jamie Kuhn announced Dane County will award Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance (SWBA) over $900,000 to acquire approximately 348 acres in the Town of Christiana. Through this collaboration, this purchase will permanently preserve the large tract of land
Biden campaign: Milwaukee vs. Trump: Local leaders react after Trump calls city “horrible”
In case you missed it, Donald Trump called Wisconsin’s most diverse, most economically powerful city, a “horrible city” in a closed-door meeting with congressional Republicans yesterday. As Donald Trump’s MAGA allies scramble to do damage control on his comments, Wisconsinites
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: SCOTUS rejects bogus case seeking to ban abortion pill
The Supreme Court Rejects The Case Challenging Access To The Abortion Drug Mifepristone, But Reproductive Care Is Still On The Chopping Block. Washington, D.C. — In a major decision, the Supreme Court rejected a challenge to abortion medication drug mifepristone
U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces legislation to honor veterans
WASHINGTON (June 14, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (IL-12), Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), and Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01) today introduced the American Flags to Honor Our Veterans Act. This legislation recognizes our veterans
Gov. Evers: Appoints Jenna Gill as Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge, seeks applicants for Lafayette County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Evers today announced his appointment of Jenna Gill to the Lafayette County Circuit Court. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the passing of Judge Duane M. Jorgensen. She will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Jenna Gill
Dept. of Natural Resources: Northern zone smallmouth bass harvest season opens Saturday, June 15
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the smallmouth bass harvest season begins June 15, 2024, in the northern zone. While the catch and release season for smallmouth bass is open year-round, this harvest season runs through