WIEG: Calls on PSC to drastically reduce rate hike request
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Ribble on ‘UpFront’ says 8th CD could be competitive, Moore says Dems may vote to keep Speaker Johnson in face of Greene ouster vote
“If you go too far into the MAGA space, you could open the door for a competent Democrat to once again really challenge in that district,” Ribble said. “I do not think Roger should get out of the race. I don’t think Andre should get out of the race. It’s far too soon, and they should go ahead and make their case.”
Evers appoints Casey Revenue secretary
Casey replaces Peter Barca, who left the post last week as he considers a run for the 1st CD. Casey served as deputy secretary from 2019-22 and now works as the principal industry expert in tax compliance and fraud for SAS Institute in Cary, N.C.
Gov. Evers: Appoints David Casey to serve as Dept. of Revenue secretary
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of David Casey to serve as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), effective April 29, 2024. Casey previously served as the deputy secretary of DOR, and his appointment fills
MON AM Update: Baldwin raised $5.4 million; Ribble on ‘UpFront’ says 8th CD could be competitive
From WisPolitics … — U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin announced this morning she raised $5.4 million in the first quarter of 2024 as her fundraising operation ramped up. The Madison Dem didn’t provide other details of her first-quarter activity, including how
Baldwin campaign: Announces $5.4 million raised in Q1
Contact: press@tammybaldwin.com MADISON, Wis. — Today, Tammy Baldwin announced her campaign has raised $5.4 million in the first quarter of 2024. Tammy received donations from more than 18,000 Wisconsinites. She received donations from every county in Wisconsin. Her average online
WisGOP: Hires executive director
MADISON, Wis. — The Republican Party of Wisconsin announced the hiring of Andrew Iverson as its new Executive Director. Iverson will direct the RPW’s operations and strategy for the 2024 cycle. “I am thrilled to bring Andrew on board as
Protect Our Care: Medicaid works for rural Americans
This April marks the 7th annual Medicaid Awareness Month. About one in five – 66 million – Americans reside in rural areas across the United States and nearly 14 million are enrolled in Medicaid. Medicaid is a vital source of
FRI REPORT: DPI’s proposed policy on early school start dates draws tourism industry opposition
Quotes of the Week Even when they work hard and pay their student loans, their debt increases and not diminishes. Too many people feel the strain and stress, wondering if they can get married, have their first child, start a
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small continues college tour with visit to UW–Madison
MADISON, Wisc., April 12, 2024 – U.S. Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small visited University of Wisconsin – Madison on Friday, April 12, to highlight the department’s ongoing support for agricultural research and education at UW-Madison and met with students to discuss
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Votes to protect Americans’ right to privacy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after voting against the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA): “As a former member of the United States Navy SEAL Teams responsible for conducting counterterrorism operations
Rep. Stubbs: Celebrates approval for Vel Phillips statue by State Capitol and Executive Residence Board
MADISON, WI – On Friday April 12, 2024, the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board reconvened to discuss the planned Capitol Statue of civil rights pioneer Velvalea “Vel” Hortense Rodgers Phillips. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) is a member of the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Announces $5.7 million for western tech to increase access to good-paying, in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing
LA CROSSE, WI – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is announcing that Western Technical College, in collaboration with eight other colleges from the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), will receive over $5.7 million to help students prepare for good-paying, in-demand careers
WisDems: Wisconsin seniors and caregivers called out Eric Hovde for saying people in nursing homes shouldn’t be allowed to vote
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin seniors and caregivers held a press conference responding to Eric Hovde’s recent comments that people living in nursing homes should not be allowed to vote because they are “only have five, six months life expectancy.” They called out Hovde’s remarks
Gov. Evers: Announces Vel Phillips to become first Black leader to be honored on Wisconsin state Capitol grounds
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board (SCERB) has granted final approval for the installation of a sculpture commemorating the life and legacy of Vel R. Phillips. Commissioned by the late artist Radcliffe Bailey, the sculpture