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Survey to cover state of race after Rodriguez exit, Crowley reentry MILWAUKEE — Marquette University Law School will release the results of a statewide poll of Democratic primary voters with an in-person event featuring Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette
A new analysis found the Working Families Tax Cuts is now fueling Wisconsin’s manufacturing economy. Derrick Van Orden voted to pass the tax cuts, which are now protecting 110,000 jobs and preserving $10 billion in wages and $19 billion in economic output across
Today, State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement regarding the value of an additional debate between the Democratic candidates running for Governor to follow the already scheduled debate hosted by WISN12 News on July 28th at 7pm: “I
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) was named chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget by the Republican Conference. Today, the senator released the following statement: “I’m stepping into this role following the tragic death of my
LA CROSSE, WI. – A new report today is raising questions about Rebecca Cooke’s commitment to showing up for the voters she wants to represent, as Democratic leaders across Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District say her campaign has been noticeably absent
MADISON, Wis. — In an early morning interview on right-wing radio July 21, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany opposed asking billionaires to pay what they owe in state taxes. During his appearance on the Benjamin Yount show, Tiffany said
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) successfully passed a bipartisan bill to protect American workers and families from the growing threat of Chinese-made vehicles through the Senate Commerce Committee. The Baldwin-backed Connected Vehicle Security Act prevents Americans’ data from being
Almost a third of voters remain undecided, leaving the race wide open and up for grabs as Crowley builds momentum with support from Gov. Evers, labor, and mayors Poll was done before the campaign launched first statewide broadcast ad buy
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Earlier this week, Rebecca Cooke, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, announced her first ad of the 2026 cycle, “Living Proof.” This is the first television ad from any candidate in the Third Congressional District.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing comments opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rollback on limits to four per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. The rollback means that public drinking
The 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin, along with the Emily Berge and Rebecca Cooke campaigns, welcome Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s sudden willingness to debate during the 2026 general election. On June 2, 2026, the 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin issued
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, announced his campaign’s first statewide broadcast ad buy of the primary. Beginning today, the ad will air on television statewide as part of a six-figure ad
Momentum Grants support innovative work focused on improving health throughout Wisconsin Milwaukee – July 22, 2026 – The Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment (AHW) will fund 43 new projects aligned with the organization’s core aims of improving community health, advancing health
De Pere, Wis. – Katie Baney, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 1st State Senate District, today announced the endorsement of Pastor John Slotten, former Harrison Town Chairman. Pastor Slotten praised Baney’s conservative credentials and readiness to serve in the Wisconsin State
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging them to support a comprehensive Farm Bill that reflects the needs of Wisconsin’s agricultural economy, including taking needed action to safeguard Wisconsin’s hemp industry and strengthen
New reporting has put scrutiny on Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial nominee Tom Tiffany for appearing on a podcast hosted by Jeremy Hambly — a figure with a documented history of antisemitic rhetoric, Holocaust jokes, and extremist ties. While Tiffany has attempted
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6955, the Main Street Capital Access Act, comprehensive legislation to modernize the nation’s banking regulatory framework to strengthen community banks. This legislation includes three bills introduced by Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05):
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is appointing Mike Amman to serve on the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board. The governor has appointed Amman to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Patty Schachtner. Amman will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends May 2027. “Preserving our natural
This morning, Mandela Barnes joined CNN’s Inside Politics with Dana Bash to talk about the state of the race for Governor of Wisconsin. When asked about David Crowley getting back into the race after dropping out and Evers’ endorsement, Mandela Barnes said:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the disastrous impacts of Trump’s illegal war in Iran that’s raising costs on Wisconsin families and farmers. During a hearing in front of the U.S.
Survey to cover state of race after Rodriguez exit, Crowley reentry MILWAUKEE — Marquette University Law School will release the results of a statewide poll of Democratic primary voters with an in-person event featuring Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll, and Derek Mosley, director of the school’s
A new analysis found the Working Families Tax Cuts is now fueling Wisconsin’s manufacturing economy. Derrick Van Orden voted to pass the tax cuts, which are now protecting 110,000 jobs and preserving $10 billion in wages and $19 billion in economic output across Wisconsin. “Derrick Van Orden stood up for Wisconsin workers and
Today, State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement regarding the value of an additional debate between the Democratic candidates running for Governor to follow the already scheduled debate hosted by WISN12 News on July 28th at 7pm: “I am calling on the candidates in the Democratic primary for
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) was named chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget by the Republican Conference. Today, the senator released the following statement: “I’m stepping into this role following the tragic death of my friend and colleague, Senator Lindsey Graham. He was a true
LA CROSSE, WI. – A new report today is raising questions about Rebecca Cooke’s commitment to showing up for the voters she wants to represent, as Democratic leaders across Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District say her campaign has been noticeably absent from local communities. Despite spending millions of dollars on television
MADISON, Wis. — In an early morning interview on right-wing radio July 21, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany opposed asking billionaires to pay what they owe in state taxes. During his appearance on the Benjamin Yount show, Tiffany said in part: “There’s a couple billionaires in Wisconsin, I believe
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) successfully passed a bipartisan bill to protect American workers and families from the growing threat of Chinese-made vehicles through the Senate Commerce Committee. The Baldwin-backed Connected Vehicle Security Act prevents Americans’ data from being collected on American roads and sent back to Beijing by
Almost a third of voters remain undecided, leaving the race wide open and up for grabs as Crowley builds momentum with support from Gov. Evers, labor, and mayors Poll was done before the campaign launched first statewide broadcast ad buy today MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, a new poll shows that
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Earlier this week, Rebecca Cooke, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, announced her first ad of the 2026 cycle, “Living Proof.” This is the first television ad from any candidate in the Third Congressional District. “Living Proof” highlights Rebecca’s lived experiences growing up on a
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing comments opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rollback on limits to four per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. The rollback means that public drinking water systems won’t be required by federal law to test
The 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin, along with the Emily Berge and Rebecca Cooke campaigns, welcome Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s sudden willingness to debate during the 2026 general election. On June 2, 2026, the 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin issued a press release asking for the Van Orden campaign to
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, announced his campaign’s first statewide broadcast ad buy of the primary. Beginning today, the ad will air on television statewide as part of a six-figure ad buy. The ad demonstrates how the Crowley for Governor campaign
Momentum Grants support innovative work focused on improving health throughout Wisconsin Milwaukee – July 22, 2026 – The Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment (AHW) will fund 43 new projects aligned with the organization’s core aims of improving community health, advancing health research, and developing the state’s health workforce. The grants of
De Pere, Wis. – Katie Baney, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 1st State Senate District, today announced the endorsement of Pastor John Slotten, former Harrison Town Chairman. Pastor Slotten praised Baney’s conservative credentials and readiness to serve in the Wisconsin State Senate. “Katie guides her life and leadership by Christian principles.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging them to support a comprehensive Farm Bill that reflects the needs of Wisconsin’s agricultural economy, including taking needed action to safeguard Wisconsin’s hemp industry and strengthen the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as FoodShare in
New reporting has put scrutiny on Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial nominee Tom Tiffany for appearing on a podcast hosted by Jeremy Hambly — a figure with a documented history of antisemitic rhetoric, Holocaust jokes, and extremist ties. While Tiffany has attempted to frame himself as a mainstream candidate, his decision to
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6955, the Main Street Capital Access Act, comprehensive legislation to modernize the nation’s banking regulatory framework to strengthen community banks. This legislation includes three bills introduced by Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05): the Bank Competition Modernization Act, the Halting Uncertain Meth… Please log in
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is appointing Mike Amman to serve on the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board. The governor has appointed Amman to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Patty Schachtner. Amman will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends May 2027. “Preserving our natural resources is… Please log in to access subscriber content. If
This morning, Mandela Barnes joined CNN’s Inside Politics with Dana Bash to talk about the state of the race for Governor of Wisconsin. When asked about David Crowley getting back into the race after dropping out and Evers’ endorsement, Mandela Barnes said: Mandela Barnes: “I got in this race because life is
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the disastrous impacts of Trump’s illegal war in Iran that’s raising costs on Wisconsin families and farmers. During a hearing in front of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, Baldwin demanded answers from Secretary Hegseth on