WisDems: Eric Hovde caught using company senior executives in campaign ad highlighting working Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — Last night, a breaking news report from TMJ4 exposed Eric Hovde for running an ad that exclusively features senior employees of his own company, despite Hovde trying to pass them off as the regular, hard-working Wisconsinites that Eric Hovde insults almost every day.
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins colleagues in moving to overturn Biden Admin rule enabling abuse of unaccompanied migrant children
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and 44 of their Senate colleagues in introducing a bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to strike down the Biden administration’s rule endangering the safety and
Listen to Wisconsin: Organizers call on the WI Democratic Party to uphold “uninstructed” voter demands, ceasefire resolution at State Party Convention
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — This week, delegates to the Wisconsin State Democratic Party Convention received notice that two proposed ceasefire resolutions will not be brought to discussion at the convention this upcoming weekend and are recommended for non-adoption. This news comes
Rep. Myers: It is evident that MPS Board is part of the problem
MADISON-Representative LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), reacted to recent news involving Milwaukee Public Schools. Representative Myers released the following statement: “If today’s press conference held by the MPS Board of Directors has shown the public anything, it proves they are part of
Rep. Joers: Accepts friend with Heart Award from the American Heart Association
MADISON – Today, State Representative Alex Joers (D-Middleton) was presented the Friend with Heart Award by the American Heart Association for his leadership role in creating a Nutrition Incentive Program for Wisconsin. Representative Joers released the following statement: “I’m incredibly
RNC: Unveils convention stage rendering
MILWAUKEE, Wisc. — In case you missed it , the Republican National Committee unveiled the design for the 2024 Convention stage. Combining aesthetic considerations with cutting-edge technology, the 2024 Convention stage will be the centerpiece of a world-class production and a historic experience. The stage will
WisDems: Democratic leaders discuss record candidate filings for state legislative races
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer, and Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler held a virtual press call to discuss the record number of filings by Democratic candidates for Wisconsin Legislature. Democratic
A Better Wisconsin Together: Senate GOP blocks passage of Right to Contraception Act
MADISON, Wis. — This afternoon, GOP members of the United States Senate – including Sen. Ron Johnson – blocked the Right to Contraception Act, a bill that would protect our right to access contraception without interference from politicians. In response, A
DC Wrap: Baldwin and Johnson split on advancing bill to protect contraception access
In this week’s DC Wrap: U.S. Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Madison, and Ron Johnson, R-Oshkosh, split on advancing a bill aiming to safeguard contraception access, and Wisconsin’s Congress members react to charges filed by Attorney General Josh Kaul against three people involved in the 2020 false electors scheme in Wisconsin.
Dodge County sheriff calls for changes at Waupun after nine charged in two inmate deaths
The Dodge County sheriff accused officials at the Waupun Correctional Institute of repeatedly ignoring proper procedures in the deaths of two inmates as nine people — including the outgoing warden — were charged with felonies.
THU AM Update: Godlewski drops staff, funding request ahead of JFC meeting
From WisPolitics … — Dem Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski has dropped her request for the GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee to approve additional funding and staff for her office. The committee had planned to take up the request during today’s
WED PM Update: Dodge County sheriff calls for changes at Waupun after nine charged in two inmate deaths
From WisPolitics … — The Dodge County sheriff today accused officials at the Waupun Correctional Institute of repeatedly ignoring proper procedures in the deaths of two inmates as nine people — including the outgoing warden — were charged with felonies.
Reps. Schraa, Born: Respond to findings of WCI death investigations
Legislators Highlight Failed Evers Administration Leadership, Call for Better Oversight at State Prisons Contact: Rep. Born, (608) 237-9139Rep. Schraa, (608) 237-9153 Dodge County, WI – Representative Michael Schraa (R-Oshkosh), Chair of the Assembly Committee on Corrections, and Representative Mark Born (R-Beaver
Rep. Steffen: Dodge County Sheriff: Evers must close Allouez and Waupun prisons
Madison, WI—Today, the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference releasing additional details surrounding the deaths of four inmates at Waupun Correctional Institution (WCI). State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) released the following statement: “For nearly six years, Governor Evers
Rep. Clancy: Investigation into deaths at Waupun Correctional Institution highlights urgent need for improved conditions of confinement
MADISON – This afternoon, the Dodge County Sheriff’s department announced the arrests of 8 individuals, including the Warden of the Waupun Correctional Institution, in relation to four deaths of incarcerated people that have occurred at the facility in the past