MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 204 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted during his time in office to 1,640.   “I am proud to have given a second chance to over 1,600 individuals over the last six years,” said Gov. Evers.

WASHINGTON – The Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association (DLGA) endorses Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez in her campaign to be Wisconsin’s next governor.  DLGA Chair and Pennsylvania Lt. Governor Austin Davis released the following statement: “The Democratic Lt. Governors Association is proud to endorse Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez as Wisconsin’s next Governor. As

MADISON, WI – Young Democrats of Wisconsin Chair Jake Williams released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers announcing his retirement: “Upon hearing Governor Tony Evers’s decision not to seek re-election, we would like to extend our deepest thanks for his years of service and leadership. When Governor

WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Reps. Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Andrew Clyde (GA-09) introduced the Colleges for the American People Act, also known as the CAP Act. This legislation would remove the H-1B visa cap exemption for institutions of higher education.  Under today’s Immigration and Nationality Act, the Department of State may issue 65,000

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On the heels of a heat advisory issued this week and extreme heat conditions rising across Wisconsin, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in introducing the Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness, Injury, and Fatality Prevention Act, legislation to protect the safety and health of workers who are exposed to dangerous heat conditions

Amid House Republicans’ flip-flop on the Epstein files, the DNC is launching new digital ads calling out vulnerable House Republicans for shutting down Congress and fleeing D.C. — all to bury the truth about Donald Trump’s association with known sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein. Wisconsin Republicans talked big game about releasing

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced the recipients of the Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants to assist with damage sustained during severe winter weather, including heavy ice and snow that took place March 29 through April 1, 2025. Catastrophic storm grants range from $4,000 to

After retaining robust budget reserves the last five years, Wisconsin leaders are trading much of that fiscal cushion for an “all of the above” state budget that cuts income taxes, increases special education aid to schools, and boosts funding for transportation projects, child care, and the University of Wisconsin System.

Madison, WI — On July 20, the Executive Committee of the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) passed a resolution supporting Libertarian activism within the emerging national “No Kings” protest movement. The resolution recognizes the movement’s broad public appeal and potential to unite Americans disillusioned with political corruption, corporate monopolies, and

Madison, WI – The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is calling on every member of Wisconsin’s U.S. House delegation to immediately cosponsor H.Res. 581, the Epstein Transparency Act, introduced by Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY). The resolution demands the public release of all unclassified documents, communications, and investigative records related to

MADISON, WI—Today Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez officially launched her campaign for Governor of Wisconsin, highlighting her roots in Wisconsin and years serving the state, and pledging to bring her decades of experience as an elected leader, nurse, public health expert, small business owner and problem-solver to the state’s top office.

Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced that after serving two terms, he will not be seeking re-election. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I would like to recognize Governor Evers for his accomplished tenure in office, his historic investments in the wellbeing of every single

MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced that testing by the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has cleared Brown Street Academy, after renovation and painting addressed lead risks at the school. To date, MHD has declared nine schools cleared of lead dangers; all of the schools temporarily

DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers announcing his retirement:  “Many of us got involved in politics to make a difference in people’s lives. From his decades-long record of successfully bringing people together to his tireless fight for working families across Wisconsin, Governor

MILWAUKEE — Today, Milwaukee County Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson released the following statement on Governor Tony Evers’ announcement that he will not seek a third term in 2026:  “Thank you, Governor Evers, for leading our communities Forward every day with Wisconsin pluck like a true Badger. Milwaukee County and all of Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis – On Thursday, July 24th, Governor Tony Evers announced that after serving two terms as Wisconsin governor, he will not be seeking re-election. Representative Joe Sheehan (D-Sheboygan) released the following statement: “I am extremely grateful for the years of service Governor Evers has given the state of Wisconsin. His love

MADISON, Wis – Today, Governor Tony Evers announced that he will not seek a third term as Governor of Wisconsin. In response, Representative Kalan Haywood II (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “Throughout his years of public service, Governor Evers has been a steady, progressive voice for Wisconsin. After defeating Scott Walker,

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Hospital Association released the following statement from President & CEO Kyle O’Brien on news that Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers plans to not seek reelection for a third term: “Over the last six years, we were proud to partner with Governor Evers and his administration during some

Madison… Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after Governor Evers announced his decision not to seek a third term: “No matter what side of the aisle we stand on, the decision to run for statewide office comes with many personal sacrifices that are worthy of recognition. I

MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issued this statement today regarding Gov. Evers’ announcement: “Gov. Evers has been a champion of public higher education his entire career because he understands it changes lives, improves communities, and grows the workforce. His service on the UW Board of Regents was exemplary.