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MILWAUKEE — Marquette University President Kimo Ah Yun today announced a major gift that will extend two longstanding scholarship programs known for their demonstrated commitment to community service, social justice and leadership. The Burke Foundation, a Marquette partner for more than three decades, has committed to a $4.8 million gift

“Democrats and illegal immigration activists had a temper tantrum today about a bill that they claim affects exactly ZERO people in Wisconsin. Under current law, illegal immigrants are not eligible for taxpayer-funded health care, for good reason. The only reason to oppose AB 308 is because you want illegal aliens

“Today, Republicans tried to make housing a little more affordable by repealing Evers’ 400-year property tax increase. For the second time, Senate Democrats voted to increase housing costs and raise property taxes without accountability. “Senate Democrats had the opportunity to make child care more affordable by encouraging job creators to

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Tom Tiffany reversed course and voted in favor of releasing the Epstein files. Tiffany has spent months talking about transparency for the American people—as long as it doesn’t involve his record. This summer, Tiffany voted to block an attempt to force a vote as Republicans refused to even allow

Washington, D.C. – Today, Donald Trump told Republicans in Congress not to “waste” time restoring the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits that over 21 million Americans rely on to pay for health insurance. Trump joins key GOP members of Congress in making clear their intention to permanently rip away

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in demanding Republican Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) immediately bring the Epstein Files Transparency Act to the Senate floor for a vote, without delay or legislative changes. Their call follows the U.S. House of Representatives’ overwhelming bipartisan approval of the measure

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Education announcing its next steps in its “plan” to dismantle critical functions of the federal department. “The U.S. Department of Education was created to level the playing field for all children — to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Army National Guard honored the career contributions of two longtime Soldiers Nov. 1, during its Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony at the Department of Military Affairs facility on Madison’s north side. Before family, friends, senior leaders, and service members both past and present, retired Command

BARABOO, Wis – Representative Karen DeSanto (D-Baraboo) and Representative Andrew Hysell (D–Sun Prairie) will host a roundtable discussion in Baraboo to discuss tariffs and the impact of private school funding on property taxes. Rep. Hysell has introduced legislation aimed at improving tariff tax transparency in Wisconsin. The public event will take

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) issued the following statement after voting to release the Jeffrey Epstein files: “Today, the House took a necessary step toward full accountability. I voted to release the Epstein files because the American people deserve the truth. From day one, I’ve been clear: anyone

Madison, WI – Today’s Senate session, just the second in four months, was long on bills, short on impact. Rather than attempt to solve the greatest problems facing our state – underfunded schools and rising consumer costs – the Republican majority largely ignored them, and in some cases acted to make

Eau Claire, WI — November 18, 2025 — Eric Wilson today announced his first round of early endorsements in his campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer. These endorsements, coming from leaders across the state, demonstrate the growing momentum behind Wilson’s vision for a Treasurer’s office that is active, accountable, and working for

MADISON, Wis., –Nov. 18, 2025– Today, the Wisconsin Senate passed Assembly Bill 211, a bill that moves us in the wrong direction by rolling back our strong statewide smoke-free air law – a long-held public health standard that protects Wisconsinites. Volunteer advocates from across Wisconsin, as well as the American

WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after he voted to release the Epstein Files. “Today, I was proud to vote in favor of releasing the Epstein files in full. While I had already taken direct action to ensure the House Committee on Oversight continued investigating and

MADISON, Wis. — In response to the vote to release the Epstein client list, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “It took far, far too long for the Epstein files to see the light of day, and that’s because Republicans, including Tom Tiffany and Derrick Van Orden, voted

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which passed the House with bipartisan support. “I have consistently said that, regardless of the issue, the American people deserve full transparency. Only through complete transparency can we restore trust in our institutions.

It’s déjà vu all over again. Over 24 million Americans are facing skyrocketing health insurance costs, but Trump and Republicans in Congress have failed to deliver the solution the American people overwhelmingly support: restoring the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits that make health care affordable for working families. Instead,

MADISON, Wis. — Legislation by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) to limit add-on fees for online-only courses at Universities of Wisconsin campuses — Senate Bill 532 — was approved by the Senate on Tuesday. SB 532 would prohibit UW campuses from charging an additional fee for classes offered exclusively online unless the fee

Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) introduced legislation Tuesday, November 18th, along with State Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee), to address staffing shortages facing Wisconsin’s police, fire, and EMS departments. LRB-5267 permits technical colleges around the state to reserve admission slots for employer-sponsored students in protective services, such as police, fire… Please