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Plaintiffs in a gerrymandering lawsuit against the state are asking a judge for a trial before March 2019 to allow the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an appeal during its 2019-20 term. But the state, represented by DOJ, is arguing
In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Sen Tammy Baldwin and Gov Scott Walker launch new ads. The Oct 26th AG debate has been canceled. A televised debate planned for tomorrow is still on track…. Please log in to access subscriber content.
In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Recap of today’s MU Law School poll results…. 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
Gov. Scott Walker and AG Brad Schimel are warning against a change in course a month out from the November elections. Speaking to the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce State of Wisconsin Business and Industry luncheon in Madison, Walker suggested he
In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Coverage of last night’s Senatorial debate between Sen. Tammy Baldwin and State Senator Leah Vukmir. Gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers launches two new ads against Gov. Scott Walker. Gov. Walker runs first of it’s kind, “Gas Pump” ads…. Please
In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Senate Majority Leader believes there will be a deal with Kimberly-Clark. Tammy Baldwin campaigns announces fund-raising numbers. DNC says they are investing heavily in Wisconsin…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, said he is optimistic the Senate will pass a $100 million tax incentive package to help consumer products maker Kimberly-Clark keep a plant open and retain around 500 jobs in the Fox Valley. In an
On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss the latest property tax estimates, the dynamics of the Kimberly-Clark Senate package and Gov. Scott Walker’s latest property tax proposal.
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says Democrats have “overplayed their hand” with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and predicts their actions will translate to higher Republican turnout — and a closer election — come November. But Minority Leader Gordon Hintz countered
LFB reports the median property tax bill was higher than expected last year. State Assembly wishes to be part of redistricting case…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says the new FBI report on Brett Kavanaugh shows there’s “no evidence” the sexual misconduct allegations against the U.S. Supreme Court nominee are true. Meanwhile, Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin is knocking the Trump administration
In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Democratic Governor’s Associaton has a new TV ad attacking Scott Walker UW Regents are meeting at UW-Parkside today and tomorrow…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com
Americans For Prosperity launches new add taking aim at Tony Evers. Trempealeau County DA loses a recall election. Sen Tammy Baldwin’s newest TV ad goes after challenger Leah Vukmir…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
Kimberly-Clark, which previously said it wanted lawmakers to act on an incentive package by Sept. 30, now says it will wait to see the results of an extraordinary session next month before making any decisions on closing a plant in
Legislature announces special session next month to vote on an incentives package for Kimberly-Clark. UW reports enrollment decline…. 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
Deer farms will continue to be subject to additional fencing requirements under a new emergency rule aimed at curbing chronic wasting disease after lawmakers declined to undo the provision. But members of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules
Republican Governors Association drops more cash in WI for Scott Walker. Gov. Walker launches new ad pushing for tax credit for seniors. Gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers announces “Government For Us” agenda…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
Republican Gov. Scott Walker says he’s the underdog against Democrat Tony Evers but relishes the role. Walker also said if he wins a third term, he will serve it out, and it will be his last as governor. “As governor,
On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss transportation spending, Rep. Rob Brooks’ resignation from his leadership position and the latest fundraising figures.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and GOP opponent Leah Vukmir are taking opposing sides on the question of how to proceed with the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. Vukmir on Twitter last night placed blame on
Plaintiffs in a gerrymandering lawsuit against the state are asking a judge for a trial before March 2019 to allow the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an appeal during its 2019-20 term. But the state, represented by DOJ, is arguing for a trial no sooner than June 2019 due to
In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Sen Tammy Baldwin and Gov Scott Walker launch new ads. The Oct 26th AG debate has been canceled. A televised debate planned for tomorrow is still on track…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription
In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Recap of today’s MU Law School poll results…. 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 home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Gov. Scott Walker and AG Brad Schimel are warning against a change in course a month out from the November elections. Speaking to the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce State of Wisconsin Business and Industry luncheon in Madison, Walker suggested he was a victim of his own success as some look
In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Coverage of last night’s Senatorial debate between Sen. Tammy Baldwin and State Senator Leah Vukmir. Gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers launches two new ads against Gov. Scott Walker. Gov. Walker runs first of it’s kind, “Gas Pump” ads…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Senate Majority Leader believes there will be a deal with Kimberly-Clark. Tammy Baldwin campaigns announces fund-raising numbers. DNC says they are investing heavily in Wisconsin…. 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
Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, said he is optimistic the Senate will pass a $100 million tax incentive package to help consumer products maker Kimberly-Clark keep a plant open and retain around 500 jobs in the Fox Valley. In an interview that aired Sunday on “UpFront with Mike Gousha,” Fitzgerald
On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss the latest property tax estimates, the dynamics of the Kimberly-Clark Senate package and Gov. Scott Walker’s latest property tax proposal.
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says Democrats have “overplayed their hand” with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and predicts their actions will translate to higher Republican turnout — and a closer election — come November. But Minority Leader Gordon Hintz countered with the midterms happening among a broader discussion of the
LFB reports the median property tax bill was higher than expected last year. State Assembly wishes to be part of redistricting case…. 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 home for
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says the new FBI report on Brett Kavanaugh shows there’s “no evidence” the sexual misconduct allegations against the U.S. Supreme Court nominee are true. Meanwhile, Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin is knocking the Trump administration and Senate Republicans for the limited scope of the investigation,
In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Democratic Governor’s Associaton has a new TV ad attacking Scott Walker UW Regents are meeting at UW-Parkside today and tomorrow…. 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
Americans For Prosperity launches new add taking aim at Tony Evers. Trempealeau County DA loses a recall election. Sen Tammy Baldwin’s newest TV ad goes after challenger Leah Vukmir…. 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
Kimberly-Clark, which previously said it wanted lawmakers to act on an incentive package by Sept. 30, now says it will wait to see the results of an extraordinary session next month before making any decisions on closing a plant in the Fox Valley. But it remained unclear if Senate Republicans
Legislature announces special session next month to vote on an incentives package for Kimberly-Clark. UW reports enrollment decline…. 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 home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Deer farms will continue to be subject to additional fencing requirements under a new emergency rule aimed at curbing chronic wasting disease after lawmakers declined to undo the provision. But members of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules opted to nix another set of requirements under the Department
Republican Governors Association drops more cash in WI for Scott Walker. Gov. Walker launches new ad pushing for tax credit for seniors. Gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers announces “Government For Us” agenda…. 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
Republican Gov. Scott Walker says he’s the underdog against Democrat Tony Evers but relishes the role. Walker also said if he wins a third term, he will serve it out, and it will be his last as governor. “As governor, back when I was county executive, I was always the
On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss transportation spending, Rep. Rob Brooks’ resignation from his leadership position and the latest fundraising figures.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and GOP opponent Leah Vukmir are taking opposing sides on the question of how to proceed with the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. Vukmir on Twitter last night placed blame on Democrats and argued “it’s time” the Senate votes to confirm