Madison, Wis. – Today, Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Jennifer Vandermeuse as DOA Chief Legal Counsel effective March 9, 2025. Vandermeuse most recently served as Assistant Attorney General and Criminal Appeals Unit Director for the Wisconsin Department of Justice, having served at the DOJ in

MADISON, WI: As part of the Governor’s 2025-2027 budget proposal, the Office of the Secretary of State is championing key investments to modernize government services, improve efficiency, and enhance the security of Wisconsin’s official records. Decade-old funding restrictions have left the office without the resources necessary to upgrade outdated systems

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today revealed that extreme right-wing politician Brad Schimel has put himself up for sale to the most extreme bidder, begging far-right megadonors like Elon Musk and Dick Uihlein to break out their checkbooks to bankroll his radical anti-freedom campaign. With Elon Musk’s money and

MADISON – On Tuesday, Governor Evers proposed his budget for the upcoming two years. Evers’ plan would include tax hikes on manufacturers and a significant increase in government spending. In response to the proposed budget, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce’s Scott Manley released the following statement: “Governor Evers’ budget is an attack

Yesterday, Governor Evers proposed a budget for the next two fiscal years, initiating a dialogue onseveral priorities for town government and town citizens. The WTA appreciates the Governor’s supportfor several critical local government programs, including transportation infrastructure funding, andsupports further investment in these programs to bolster economic growth and enhance

MILWAUKEE  – The Southeastern Wisconsin Schools Alliance (SWSA) applauds Governor Tony Evers’ state budget that prioritizes K-12 public education, emphasizing his commitment to student achievement and well-being.  “As Governor Evers said last night, current school funding is not sustainable for students or property taxpayers,” emphasized Cathy Olig, SWSA Executive Director.

[MADISON, WI] – Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts applauds Governor Tony Evers’ proposal to reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program with robust funding of $100 million annually over the next decade. This investment will give land trusts and partners the support they need to protect the places that make

MADISON, Wis. – Local election officials across Wisconsin reported no significant issues in the Spring Primary on Tuesday, setting the stage for the upcoming Spring Election on April 1. “We are always pleased when things run smoothly across the state,” said Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe. “Even in a

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Madison, WI – Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) released the followingstatement in response to Governor Evers’ 2025 Budget Address: “Governor Evers’ budget address held few surprises: increasing the size of government,raising taxes to fund new government programs, and expanding an already bloatedbureaucracy to administer these programs. My colleagues and I in

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MADISON, Wis. — The results are in — over 80% of WisGOP Farm Team candidates are advancing to the Spring General Election.  “I am grateful for all of the hard work our team of candidates, grassroots activists, and staff have done for these local races. Their work led to over 80%

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Madison – Representative Nancy VanderMeer (R-Tomah) released the following statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget address: “Our governor has proven himself over and over to be an inept financial manager incapable of grasping how to balance the state’s checkbook. What we heard last night were largely some of his same,

MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced the appointment of John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls. Chenoweth, currently the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs of UW-Whitewater, replaces Michael V. Martin. The appointment is effective on March 1, 2025. “John is a seasoned leader who

(MADISON, Wis) – On the evening of Tuesday, February 18th, Governor Evers gave his 2025 Budget Address before a joint session of the Wisconsin Legislature, outlining his legislative priorities for the 2025-2027 budget cycle. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: Last night, Governor Evers laid out a

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Madison— On Wednesday, State Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) issued the following statement after Governor Evers delivered his budget address: “Once again, the governor announced a completely unrealistic budget plan that taxpayers can’t and shouldn’t have to afford. His plan includes a 20% spending increase, 1,300 new positions, and a

Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ introduction of his 2025-27 Biennial Budget proposal: “Last night, Governor Tony Evers presented his fantasy budget proposal for the 2025-2027 biennium.  It would expend nearly $119 billion (All Funds) over two years.  Evers’ plan would take the