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MADISON, Wis. – Today, Governor-elect David Crowley announced that Jeff Pertl, the former secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), will serve as Chief of Staff in his incoming administration.  Pertl has served the state of Wisconsin with integrity for decades.

MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsinites observe Veterans Day and reflect on the service of those who have served in the military, veterans are suffering the consequences of the Republican Tax Law. Representatives Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil voted for

MADISON, Wis. — Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette leads the race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, according to a new statewide Blueprint Polling survey of likely 2027 spring election voters. Brunette leads Judge Pedro Colón 12% to 7%

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today recognized and celebrated Veterans Day with a video messagehonoring the approximately 300,000 veterans who live across Wisconsin, thanking them for their service to the state and country, and emphasizing the importance of supporting veterans and their

MADISON, WI – State Representative William Penterman (R-Hustisford) has been selected by his Republican colleagues to serve as the Assembly Minority Caucus Sergeant at Arms for the upcoming 2027-28 legislative session. “I am honored to have the confidence and support of

Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) was elected by her fellow Assembly Republicans as the new Minority Caucus Secretary for the upcoming 2027-2028 Legislative Session. “I am honored and humbled to be entrusted with the role of Assembly Minority Caucus Secretary

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement congratulating the newly elected Senate and Assembly leaders in the Wisconsin State Legislature:“Today, after over a decade of a Republican stranglehold on leadership in Madison, Democrats

Madison, WI — Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) was elected unanimously by her fellow members of the Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Caucus to become Speaker Pro Tempore. During the last legislative session, Representative Subeck served as Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair. Representative

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs marked the completion of its Minuteman Plaza renovation during a ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 5 at Joint Force Headquarters. Discussions about the renovation project for the facility’s main entrance began in

(MADISON, Wis) – State Representative Margaret Arney is pleased to announce that she has been elected by her Democratic colleagues in the Wisconsin State Assembly to serve as the Caucus Sergeant at Arms for the upcoming legislative session, “I am

MADISON, Wis. – Earlier today, the Assembly Democratic Caucus elected Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) as Assembly Majority Leader. This historical victory marks the election of the first Black Majority Leader, and the youngest in Wisconsin’s History. In response, Rep. Haywood

Madison, WI — Today, Representative Ann Roe (D-Janesville) was elected Caucus Secretary for the Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Majority, joining the leadership team. Following her election, Rep. Roe released the following statement: “Thanks to the unrelenting efforts of Assembly Democrats–new and

MADISON, Wis.– “It is a tremendous honor to be chosen to serve as Assistant Majority Leader of the Assembly Democratic Caucus. Wisconsinites are trusting us to enact our vision to help them afford the basics, fix our democracy, restore our

MADISON, Wis. — New Democratic leadership set to take the helm in Wisconsin’s state legislature became official today. This comes after nearly two decades of GOP control that enabled Republican lawmakers to weaponize their majority and block hundreds of popular

MADISON, Wis. —  Today, the incoming Wisconsin Assembly Democratic majority caucus unanimously chose Rep. Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) to serve as the next Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly. Rep. Neubauer will be the first woman Speaker in the history of

MADISON – Today, State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) was chosen by his Democratic colleagues in the Wisconsin State Senate to serve as the Senate President in the 2027-2028 legislative session, which will make him the 9th Senate President and the

MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) launched a complete update and redesign of the agency’s external website at dwd.wisconsin.gov. The updated website will make it easier for users to find the resources and support they need,

MADISON, WI — Senator Melissa Ratcliff (D – Cottage Grove) has been elected as the next Senate Majority Caucus Chair, bringing a commitment to collaborative leadership, strong relationships, and a shared vision for moving Wisconsin forward. After years of working