WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined MSNBC’s José Díaz-Balart this morning to discuss last night’s airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen and why the U.S. must avoid getting entangled in a broader regional conflict. Click here to

Herb Kohl was one of the finest people I’ve served with – a kind and principled man of integrity and character, one of Wisconsin’s greatest-ever advocates, and a dear friend. As a businessman, Herb was living proof of the American

MADISON, Wis. — Following a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling last month that the state’s current GOP-drawn legislative maps are unconstitutional, today marks the deadline for parties in the case to submit map options that meet Wisconsin’s constitutional requirements.  “Wisconsinites should not have to

MADISON, Wis. — Three years ago today, California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) told Isthmus Magazine that he was “getting ready to head out of the state here for the next couple months,” leaving the cold Wisconsin winter behind as

STURGEON BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a final decision on a proposed variance to the management of Newport State Park in Door County. After reviewing public input on the proposed variance, the DNR has decided not to

MADISON, WI — The leaders of the state’s largest public school teachers, principals, superintendents and school board member associations are joining together to recognize U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and honor his commitment to public education in Wisconsin. The associations include

MADISON, Wis. — On Thursday, January 11, legislative Republicans further advanced a bill that seeks to censor what Wisconsin students can learn and talk about at school – specifically targeting topics that impact the LGBTQ+ community and people of color.  Assembly

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Tammy Baldwin announced her campaign has raised more than $3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. This sum is more than she raised in the fourth quarter of the off year during her successful 2018

Another winter storm is anticipated to impact travel across most of Wisconsin starting tonight (Jan. 11) through Saturday (Jan. 13). The National Weather Service forecasts widespread snowfall and strong winds which may cause reduced visibility from blowing and drifting conditions.

https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240112demaddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his request for the Wisconsin State Legislature to release the $125 million in already-approved funds to address PFAS contamination statewide. More information about the governor’s request is available here.   Hey

https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240112gopaddress.mp3 Hello, Wisconsin!  My name is State Senator Jesse James and I serve our 23rd District.   It’s been an honor to recently complete my first year in the Senate. One fact that not many people know  about me is that

CONTACT: press@tammybaldwin.com MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin announced her campaign has raised more than $3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. This sum is more than she raised in the fourth quarter of the off year during her successful 2018

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Ron Johnson (R-WI) led their Senate colleagues in unanimously approving a bipartisan resolution honoring the life and legacy of the late Senator Herb Kohl. The resolution highlights Senator Kohl’s business success;

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) voted to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress in a House Judiciary Committee Markup this week. The resolution recommends the House of Representatives find Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for his refusal to

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) is proud to announce that two of his bills, the Responsible Borrowing Act and the Protecting Taxpayers from Student Loan Bailouts Act, have been incorporated into the College Cost Reduction Act, a substantial piece of legislation that

Madison, WI – Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Mark Born (R- Beaver Dam) issued a statement today following the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) public hearing on UW System capital project funding. “We are very pleased to co-author

Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government held a hearing on SB691, a bill that would restore democracy by enfranchising Wisconsinites, protect property rights, and take another step toward addressing the state’s workforce housing issues.   It is not

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) Chairperson Rebecca Cameron Valcq will be leaving the Evers Administration, effective Feb. 2, 2024. Chairperson Valcq was appointed by Gov. Evers in 2019 and

BALDWIN, Wis. — Farmers in western Wisconsin continue their collaborative efforts in building more sustainable farms. The Western Wisconsin Conservation Council held its annual meeting on Dec. 14, highlighting the significant strides made by its member farmers in developing and

Madison, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers today announced the paying down of General Fund Annual Appropriation Bonds tied to tobacco settlement revenues.  2023 Wisconsin Act 19 included $400 million to pay down these existing bonds.  By leveraging the current interest rate environment,