The following is a statement from Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes in response to Tom Tiffany’s new ad: “Wisconsin can’t afford a cliché Washington politician like Tom Tiffany. “He’s spent his time in Washington rubber stamping every piece of Trump’s massive price hikes—from sending gas prices soaring to casting the deciding vote

MADISON, WI – Today, State Senator Jessie James, who had announced his intention to challenge Democratic incumbent Jeff Smith in Wisconsin’s 31st district, announced that he will not be seeking re-election. James is the 5th Senate Republican to call it quits, nearly half of the 12 who were initially up for reelection this

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is working to combat a sustained increase in suspected online child exploitation as the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) kicks off its annual Internet Crimes Against Children Conference on Missing and Exploited Children in Appleton. “I’m thankful to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed April as “ABLE to Save” Monthin Wisconsin. This month-long, nationwide grassroots education and outreach campaign, led by the ABLE National Resource Center, is dedicated to increasing awareness about the benefits of Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts.

MILWAUKEE – In honor of 414 Day, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley released a video celebrating everything he loves about Milwaukee and encouraging Milwaukeeans to support local businesses, visit a favorite park, and show love to the community today. “Milwaukee raised me, shaped me, and continues to inspire me every day,”

[Altoona, WI] Michele Magadance Skinner announced today that she is seeking election to the 31st Senate District following the retirement of Senator Jesse James, and issued the following statement: “Senator Jesse James has been a champion for our community and I thank him for his service in the State Senate

Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) is announcing that he will retire at the end of his term, and not seek reelection.   “This journey of being a past 68th Assembly state representative and current state senator has been amazing. I had the opportunity of a lifetime. However, this role came at a

MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement regarding Rep. Scott Allen: “I want to thank Scott for his years of service to the people of Wisconsin and to the State Assembly. “Scott has served with honesty, integrity, and a deep respect for this institution. He has

WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, announced a seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms. The ad highlights his priorities to lower property taxes, cut red tape, and stop Wall Street from buying up homes and Big Data from bulldozing Wisconsin farmland. “Growing up milking cows

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) represents a group of Wisconsin taxpayers, parents, and choice schools in a motion to intervene in Wisconsin PTA v. Wisconsin State Assembly. The complaint in that case seeks to have the judiciary determine the level and distribution of funding for education in

Madison, WI – As a supporter of independent redistricting commissions, Common Cause urges legislators to take today’s special session to create an independent redistricting commission seriously.  “People are tired of political games at their expense, and partisan gerrymandering is at the top of that list,” said Bianca Shaw, Common Cause’s Wisconsin State Director. “If the legislature wants

LA CROSSE, Wis. — Opportunity Wisconsin and the League of Conservation Voters today launched a new television ad holding Congressman Derrick Van Orden accountable for his votes raising energy costs on Wisconsin families and urging him to stop increasing our costs. The new spot, “Paying More,” highlights Van Orden’s votes to slash

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of Tax Day, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) launched a paid advertisement campaign highlighting how Derrick Van Orden has delivered real tax relief that puts more money back in the pockets of working Americans. “After years of Democrats squeezing working Americans dry, Derrick Van Orden stepped in and delivered real relief.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, April 14, 2026 — GenoPalate, a personalized nutrition company helping people turn their unique biological data into practical nutrition guidance, today announced that former Wisconsin Governor Tommy G. Thompson has joined the company’s Board of Advisors. Governor Thompson is one of the most recognized public servants in modern healthcare, wellness, and public

Action Could Lead to Court Striking Down DPI’s Lowered Test Score Standards DELAFIELD, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced on Tuesday that it filed a complaint to hold the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) accountable for its secret meeting that led to DPI lowering test score standards.

Waukesha – State Representative Scott Allen announced today that he will be taking a sabbatical from elected office and will not seek reelection to the State Assembly this fall. Allen was elected in 2014 and has been re-elected every two years since as a Representative to the Wisconsin State Assembly

The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) acknowledges the resignation of Brookfield Alderman Kris Seals following his public remarks targeting Muslims and immigrant communities. Stepping down from public office was the right decision. We also appreciate his apology to the Muslim community, which is an important step toward accountability.  However, this

Today,  Shae Sortwell announced his intention to run for another term in the WI State Assembly. “This session, I’ve worked on every issue from cutting income and property taxes, to eliminating your electricity bill sales tax, to fighting child traffickers, to supporting our local small businesses.” Sortwell has been tirelessly