Rep. Udell: Defends Wisconsin’s broadband funding
MADISON — Today, 115 legislators from twenty-eight states urged the federal government to maintain the $42.45 billion Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. This bipartisan letter, addressed to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, warns against redirecting these funds to
Democratic National Committee: What they’re saying: Elon Musk suffers humiliating loss in Wisconsin as voters reject the Musk-Trump agenda
On Tuesday, Elon Musk’s dream of buying a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court to further his and Trump’s far-right agenda was crushed as Wisconsin voters overwhelmingly elected liberal Judge Susan Crawford. In the days since, Trump and Musk haven’t been
Democratic National Committee: Wisconsinites brace for economic pain with only Trump to blame following yesterday’s announced taxes
As Wisconsinites brace for the impact of Donald Trump’s erratic trade policy, DNC Deputy Communications Director Abhi Rahman released the following statement: “Donald Trump promised he’d lower Wisconsinites’ costs on day one. Instead, Trump’s tax on working Wisconsinites will drive up
FRI AM Update: Judge rips Kaul’s effort seeking Musk restraining order as woefully deficient, abuse of courts
From WisPolitics … — A Columbia County judge accused Dem AG Josh Kaul of abusing Wisconsin’s judicial system with his last-minute attempt to prevent Elon Musk from handing out $1 million checks to those who have voted in the spring
THU PM Update: Court hears arguments on Evers partial veto in literacy package
From WisPolitics … — An attorney for GOP lawmakers today urged the state Supreme Court to overturn Dem Gov. Tony Evers’ partial veto of legislation in a literacy bill, saying it “makes no sense” to allow him that authority on
Democratic National Committee: ICYMI: DNC, Democratic state party leaders highlight momentum following electoral wins and overperformances as voters reject the Trump-Musk agenda
Yesterday, DNC Chair Ken Martin hosted a press call alongside Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler and Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried, touting the stunning overperformances of Florida Democrats Gay Valimont and Josh Weil, and Susan Crawford’s victory in
Rep. Vining: “AB 73 is less about treatment courts and more about special treatment in the courts.”
MADISON–The Assembly Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Prevention met this week for the first time in 2025. A brief public hearing was held Tuesday, and an even briefer executive session was held Thursday. After speaking with Democratic
U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces bill to maintain sanctions on terrorists in Iran
Washington, DC – This week, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the No Sanctions Relief for Terrorists Act, part of the Republican Study Committee’s Enforcing Maximum Pressure Initiative. Steil’s bill ensures that sanctions on Iran cannot be lifted unless the country stops funding terrorist activity. “The Iranian regime is the largest
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Gov. Evers’ budget promotes safety, strong workforce
Madison – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary Dan Hereth today praised Governor Tony Evers for his continued commitment to the safety of Wisconsin citizens. “Governor Evers has declared 2025 the Year of the Kid and his budget
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent urges strong state investment in education in upcoming budget after another round of school referendums
MADISON — Following another round of unprecedented school referendums on the ballot, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly is again urging lawmakers to prioritize public education in the upcoming state budget. Dr. Underly’s call for action comes after preliminary results indicated
UW-Eau Claire: Faculty member removed from role as department chair
UW-Eau Claire announced that the faculty member involved in an on-campus incident on Tuesday has been removed from their role as department chair. A department chair is a limited appointment leadership role within each academic college at the university, and
State Bar: Thanks Chief Justice Ziegler, welcomes new chiefs, A.W. Bradley and Karofsky
MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Supreme Court today elected Justice Ann Walsh Bradley to serve as chief justice, effective May 1, 2025. On June 30, 2025, she will step down as chief before retiring on July 31, 2025. Justice Jill Karofsky,
Sen. Hesselbein: Statement – Trump tariff tax will hurt Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement regarding President Trump’s Tariff Announcement: “As Wisconsin families and businesses work to keep their heads above water in a tough economy, the last thing we need is
Chief Justice Ziegler: Statement
Madison, Wisconsin (April 3, 2025) – Today the court elected Justice Ann Walsh Bradley as chief justice to serve a two-year term commencing May 1, 2025. It is anticipated that Justice Jill Karofsky will fulfill the remainder of her term once
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Justice Ann Walsh Bradley elected as chief justice
Justice Bradley will finish her 30-year career with a two-month stint as chief, and then will be succeeded by Justice Jill J. Karofsky Madison, Wisconsin (April 3, 2025) – Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley was elected by the Court today