WisDems: The Grinch who stole health care: A look back at Derrick Van Orden’s destructive record
Supported a complete repeal of the Affordable Care Act Van Orden called extending the ACA health care subsidies a “partisan demand” Voted for the Republican Big Ugly Bill, jeopardizing health care for 32,000 in his district MADISON, Wis. — This year,
Juan Carlos Garcia Martinez: Beltline expansion proposals suggest dead-end logic
“Another lane will fix it” still reigns at WisDOT, but the public is pushing back.
David Blaska: The president stuck his foot in it
Next time, pick a villain who is unlikeable.
Dan Shafer: There have been many challenges to Wisconsin’s congressional maps. This one is different.
One of the biggest political stories of 2025 has been the push for mid-decade gerrymandering of state’s congressional maps.
Emily Pritzkow: I’m a WI union leader. We back data centers done right.
For us in the building trades, data centers aren’t some big, scary mystery. They’re high-skill, long-term work. The kind of work that feeds families, pays mortgages, and sends kids to college.
Bad River Band files suit to block pipeline reroute
The tribe has argued that a proposed 41-mile reroute will endanger waters, fish and wild rice beds that citizens rely on.
Wisconsin DOJ: AG Kaul and coalition file lawsuit against Trump administration’s attempt to stop funding for EV charging infrastructure
Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 16 other attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration for suspending two grant programs for electric vehicle charging infrastructure that would reduce pollution, expand access to
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act passes Financial Services Committee
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, legislation that addresses political intrusion into the regulatory approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions, passed the House Financial Services Committee today. Specifically, the bill requires the Government Accountability
Rep. Stubbs: Commemorates the one-year anniversary of the Abundant Life Christian School tragedy
Madison, WI – On December 16, 2024, a mass shooting took place at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, resulting in the death of 2 beloved members of the Abundant Life Christian School community and the injury of 6 others,
Hesselbein says Dems can accomplish key priorities without raising taxes
Senate Dems want to boost the state’s share of special education funding to 90%, to offset the impact of school costs on homeowners and to boost the Homestead property tax credit. Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein, D-Middleton, believes they can accomplish all of that — and then some — without a tax increase if the Legislature makes affordability a priority in how it builds the next state budget.
Rep. Neubauer: Introduces key policies to support conservation and create jobs
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Legislative Democrats introduced the “Forward on Climate” bill package, designed to support the development of a resilient, sustainable, and equitable economy in Wisconsin. As part of the package, Rep. Neubauer authored
Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition: Disappointed with Line 5 law suit
Madison, Wis – The Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition, whose membership includes the leading trade union, agriculture and business organizations in the state, issued the following statement in response to the law suit filed today challenging the permits issued by
DCCC: NEW: Derrick Van Orden calls to “undo” the Affordable Care Act
Derrick Van Orden “can’t stop fantasizing about eliminating the Affordable Care Act.” Last month, Van Orden said he wanted to “undo” the Affordable Care Act – renewing his previous calls for the ACA’s “total repeal” and making it clear he
Wisconsin Farmers Union: Recognizes leaders and youth at 95th annual convention
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) recognized outstanding members, chapters, and youth leaders during its 95th Annual State Convention, celebrating the grassroots leadership and community commitment that strengthen family farming and rural communities across Wisconsin. Builder’s Award: Jim
State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: Wisconsin Democrats propose bill targeting deepfake AI scams
MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel details State Senator Sarah Keyeski and Representative Jenna Jacobson’s introduction of legislation that would establish criminal penalties for AI-generated deepfake scams. As artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent, Democratic legislators are working to ensure