DC Wrap: Wisconsin Republicans back National Guard presence amid L.A. protests, Moore charges Trump with escalating tensions
In this week’s DC Wrap: Wisconsin Republicans back President Trump sending troops to L.A. amid protests, and Dem U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore charges Trump with escalating tensions.
WisGOP: WisDems need a trip back to the future
MADISON, Wis. — Great Scott! This weekend, as WisDems converge on Wisconsin Dells—think Hill Valley’s Clock Tower Square, but with less hoverboard flair—they’re revealing a flux capacitor-sized disconnect from Wisconsin voters. In 2024, Wisconsinites punched their ticket to the future by enshrining a constitutional
Report: Wisconsin receives less per resident from the federal government compared to other states
While Wisconsin receives less per resident from the federal government compared to other states, cuts to that funding could still have significant impacts. That’s particularly true for seniors, veterans, students, the disabled, and low-income families, according to a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report.
Gov. Evers: DATCP celebrate June Dairy Month, announce Dairy Processor Grant recipients
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), today announced seven Wisconsin dairy companies will receive 2025 Dairy Processor Grants. These grants help local dairy processors with projects to modernize and
Focus on Energy: Returns $4.17 for every $1 spent, a smart win for Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – In a year when every dollar counts, Focus on Energy, the state’s energy efficiency and renewable energy program, delivered a strong return for Wisconsin families and businesses, generating $4.17 in benefits for every $1 invested in the
Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association: Statement from 21 Democratic Lt. Governors on Donald Trump’s use of California’s National Guard and deployment of the United States Marine Corps
DLGA Chair Lt. Governor Austin Davis, DLGA Vice Chair Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman, Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado, Secretary Adrian Fontes, Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay, Lt. Governor Garlin
WED PM Update: Kurtz calls stewardship bill a starting point in effort to extend program
From WisPolitics … — GOP state Rep. Tony Kurtz today said legislation he’s co-authored to extend the state’s stewardship program is just a starting point as stakeholders weigh in. Dem Rep. Deb Andraca told Kurtz — a fellow member of
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting June 25
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the June meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the University of Wisconsin–Parkside,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin, Sen. Reed: Demand written answers from RFK, Jr. on firings of childhood lead poisoning experts at CDC
Despite Kennedy’s false claims in Senate hearings, Milwaukee Public Schools has still not received help from the CDC to remove lead from classrooms WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for Southern Lake Michigan Coastal regional master plan
Public Comment Period Open Through July 16 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the future management of department properties in the Southern Lake Michigan Coastal Ecological Landscape. A regional master plan, guided by Chapter
Disability Rights Wisconsin: Wisconsin kids and communities deserve better, JFC should support increased funding for special education and school-based mental health grants
As the Joint Committee on Finance of the Wisconsin State Legislature convenes tomorrow to made decisions on education funding for Wisconsin’s children, Disability Rights Wisconsin asks the Committee to move Wisconsin from our dismal place as the second worst in
Rep. Joers: Dads care for child care, joins Dads from across Wisconsin in advocating for child care investment
MADISON – Today, Representative Alex Joers (D–Waunakee) joined Chef Evan Dannells of Main Street Alliance and Peng Her of the Hmong Institute on a panel to discuss the importance of sustained investment in child care for Wisconsin families. Moderated by
U.S. Rep. Wied: Introduces SAFE Cities Act in response to riots in California
WASHINGTON — In the wake of violent chaos that erupted over the weekend in California, Rep. Tony Wied (R-Wis.) introduced a bill Wednesday to restrict federal funding from localities deemed “anarchist jurisdictions” by the Department of Justice. The Stop Anarchists From
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Green Bay community leaders call on Congress to protect clean energy progress
GREEN BAY – Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich joined Tribal leaders, business leaders, labor representatives, clean energy workers, and faith leaders Wednesday at a roundtable warning that proposed cuts in the federal reconciliation bill would significantly undermine local clean energy
A Better Wisconsin Together: New poll shows Wisconsin voters overwhelmingly support abortion, access to reproductive healthcare
Wisconsin Republicans Remain Radically Out of Touch With What Wisconsinites Want MADISON, Wis. — A media report on recent polling indicates that a strong majority of registered voters in the Badger State (74%) support abortion access and believe that decisions on abortion