FRI News Summary: Former Gov. Thompson named interim UW System president

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Monday: WisPolitics.com lunchtime event with U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil Join WisPolitics.com for a virtual lunchtime discussion with Congressman Bryan Steil, R-Janesville. Congressman Steil is set to discuss the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic, poverty,

Read More »

FRI News Summary: Trump visits Fincantieri Marinette Marine; judge threatens to hold Racine in contempt over COVID-19 restrictions

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Monday: Milwaukee protest organizers to headline Newsmaker Lunch Hour Three core organizers of recent protests in the Milwaukee area in the wake of the death of George Floyd last month in Minneapolis will be the featured guests at a virtual event set for noon on

Read More »

WED PM Update: Evers activates National Guard in wake of violent protests in Madison, Marquette poll shows Biden lead

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers has activated the Wisconsin National Guard to support Madison law enforcement and first responders and protect critical infrastructure following violent protests last night. According to Evers’ announcement this afternoon, Guard members may not prevent people from peacefully protesting or

Read More »

TUE News Summary: Evers administration seeks public input on climate change policy; confirmed WI COVID-19 cases pass 25K

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Friday: U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson headlines Newsmaker Lunch Hour Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson will be the featured guest at a virtual event set for noon on Friday, June 26. This Newsmaker Lunch Hour is presented by a partnership among the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com and

Read More »

TUE AM Update: Pence visit today; Evers’ Pardon Advisory Board meets

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — Vice President Mike Pence is set to make his fourth trip this year to Wisconsin today with stops at Waukesha STEM Academy and the inaugural “Faith in America” tour event in Pewaukee. Follow along with WisPolitics.com’s coverage at

Read More »

FRI News Summary: Former Gov. Thompson named interim UW System president

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Monday: WisPolitics.com lunchtime event with U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil Join WisPolitics.com for a virtual lunchtime discussion with Congressman Bryan Steil, R-Janesville. Congressman Steil is set to discuss the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic, poverty, health care disparities and Foxconn, among other topics. S… Please

Read More »

FRI AM Update: Cross to seek funding for campuses for COVID-19 testing, PPE

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — UW System President Ray Cross told regents he will be petitioning Gov. Tony Evers today for additional emergency funding to cover COVID-19 tests and personal protective equipment. During an emergency board meeting yesterday, Cross warned the system could

Read More »

THU News Summary: Evers announces $80M for K-12, higher ed institutions for COVID-19 losses

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Monday: WisPolitics.com lunchtime event with U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil Join WisPolitics.com for a virtual lunchtime discussion with Congressman Bryan Steil, R-Janesville. Congressman Steil is set to discuss the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic, poverty, health care disparities and Foxconn, among other topics. S… Please

Read More »