‘This is Appallingly Cynical Politics’ MADISON, Wis. — In video of an appearance at a conservative activists’ event, Rep. Joy Goeben revealed that the true intent of abortion-related legislation (Assembly Bill 546 and Senate Bill 553) is to try to solve the political problem the GOP’s extremism has created. As reported

ICIA honors Tribal Nations, member enterprises, and industry allies advancing Indigenous sovereignty and innovation in the cannabis industry during Native American Heritage Month Washington DC, November 5, 2025 — This Native American Heritage Month, the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) is welcoming its members, partners, and the Indigenous community to Washington, D.C… Please

MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia) released the following statement before a Joint Legislative Audit Committee hearing to question leadership at the Department of Public Instruction (DPI), in the wake of a Capital Times investigation revealing serious deficiencies in how DPI tracks licensing investigations of teachers accused

Event aimed at equipping journalists with best practices for covering victims with care and accuracy [MADISON, WI] – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association are collaborating to hold a webinar focusing on best practices for responsible media reporting when dealing with crime victims. The

A growing number of Wisconsin teachers hold emergency licenses, reflecting staffing needs and a greater reliance on non-traditional routes into the classroom. This trend is seen across districts but is more prevalent in small or urban districts, certain subject areas, and cases of individuals with less experience. As school leaders

Baldwin’s floor speech comes as Trump continues to sow confusion and keep food from hungry families WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a Senate floor speech today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Trump to once again use the resources at his disposal and fully fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Baldwin’s speech comes as

MADISON, WI — As the government shutdown becomes the longest in American history, Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP-WI) is calling out Senator Tammy Baldwin for continuing to put partisan politics ahead of Wisconsin families and workers. Despite multiple opportunities to support legislation that would reopen the government and ensure pay for essential

Contact: Tim Fiocchi, Senior Director of Government Relations, 608.828.5712 MADISON – The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association, Wisconsin Pork Association, Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association and Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association released the following joint statement&… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) today called on Governor Tony Evers to immediately submit Wisconsin’s application for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program before the November 5 deadline, warning that failure to do so will cost Wisconsin $50 million in federal funding designated for rural communities. In a letter sent