Dept. of Workforce Development: Service leads to success with employment support for veterans
MARINETTE – Matt Steeno joined the military to see the world – and he did. During his 23 years in the Navy, Steeno served in Iraq; Yokosuka, Japan; Monterey, California; London, England; the Horn of Africa; and Naples, Italy. But
Thomsen campaign: Responds to the misinformation his opponent and her proxy publish over debate
[Fox Crossing, WI] – In response to recent misstatements by his opponent and her supporters, Andrew Thomsen stood up to the lies and misinformation. Andrew Thomsen did not decline the offer to debate his opponent sponsored by the Fox Valley Initiative
Godlewski campaign: DELIVERED REMARKS – Sarah Godlewski suspends her campaign, throws her support behind Barnes
FITCHBURG – Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski traveled to a child care center in Fitchburg and announced that she is suspending her U.S. Senate campaign and endorsing Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes’ campaign for Senate. Godlewski’s remarks, as delivered, are below: SARAH: “Thank you so much
Halverson campaign: Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney and Representative Gordon Hintz endorse Anna Halverson for Wisconsin Assembly, District 80
Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney and Representative Gordon Hintz have endorsed Anna Halverson for Wisconsin State Assembly, District 80. “After 16 years in the Assembly and more than four as the Assembly Democratic Leader, I know the qualifications, experience,
Rep. Spreitzer: Condemns Republican voter fraud
BELOIT – State Representative Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement regarding voter fraud committed by Republicans in Wisconsin: “For the last two years, conspiracy theorists on the far right have chased the lies that former President Donald Trump told
Sen. Agard: Perpetrator of election fraud must be held accountable
Madison, WI – Last night, Republican appointees on the Wisconsin Elections Commission refused to make a referral for criminal charges brought against Harry Wait of Racine County who admitted that he had fraudulently ordered the absentee ballots of 10 people,
Dept. of Justice: Announces agreement with former opioid maker Allergan
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and a bipartisan group of attorneys general announced an agreement in principle to address the opioid crisis for the second time this week. The proposed settlement on important financial terms would
Gov. Evers: Appoints Rebecca Maki-Wallander as Adams County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Rebecca Maki-Wallander to serve as Adams County District Attorney. Gov. Evers’ appointment fills a vacancy being created by District Attorney Tania Bonnett’s election to the Adams County Circuit Court. Maki-Wallander will serve
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB Meeting Aug. 10
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the August board meeting to consider several proposed rules, hearings, land items and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022, originating from Public Meeting
Gov. Evers: Appoints Ellen Anderson as Rusk County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ellen Anderson to serve as Rusk County District Attorney. Gov. Evers’ appointment fills a vacancy created by District Attorney Annette Barna’s election to the Rusk County Circuit Court. Anderson will serve for the
Milwaukee County Supervisor Taylor: Board veers out of its lane in politically motivated referendums
MILWAUKEE – On Thursday the County Board of Supervisors adopted two referendums to appear on the November General Election ballot for Milwaukee County voters: 1) regarding “prohibiting the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of semi-automatic ‘military-style’ firearms” (22-776) and 2) regarding
Gov. Evers: ICYMI – Goes on statewide “Pothole Patrol” tour fixing Wisconsin roads
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week concluded a statewide “Pothole Patrol” tour that included seven stops across the state to repair potholes and discuss the governor’s investments in local roads and highways. Gov. Evers has previously gone on “Pothole Patrol” tours during his time in office, and
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Applauds bipartisan legislation moving forward to support farmers, families, agriculture, and rural communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, is applauding movement of the fiscal year 2023 appropriations bill for the Department of Agriculture and Food and
Lasry campaign: Releases new TV ad “Not Much,” slamming Ron Johnson for shipping jobs out of Wisconsin
Milwaukee – Today, Alex Lasry released a new TV ad slamming Ron Johnson for shipping jobs out of Wisconsin. This new ad buy shows a significant additional commitment from Alex Lasry to unseating Ron Johnson this fall. The $584,000 ad buy will run
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Sen. Lee, colleagues in resolution recognizing pregnancy resource centers
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) and 18 of their Republican colleagues in a resolution designating the week of November 7th as “National Pregnancy Center Week.” Pregnancy Resource Centers are a vital resource
Van Orden campaign: ICYMI – National power ranking says Rep. Kind’s seat most likely to flip
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – The National Journal this week ranked Wisconsin’s 3rd District as the most likely House of Representatives race to flip this year, a critical race in a year where Republicans need just 5 seats to take back control
WILL: Urges Milwaukee to allocate ARPA funds to education, infrastructure, and public safety
The News: The City of Milwaukee has a historic opportunity to prioritize the allocation of hundreds of millions of federal COVID-relief funds, and it is worth investigating the city’s current and potential plans for the funds. The current leadership in
Dept. of Administration: Gov. Evers seeking nominations for Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
Madison, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking nominations for the 39th annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award, recognizing the contribution and achievements of women in the Wisconsin state government. “The Virginia Hart Award has always emphasized celebrating women in
Godlewski campaign: Statement on suspending U.S. Senate campaign
MADISON – Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski announced that she is suspending her U.S. Senate campaign and endorsing Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes’ campaign for Senate. Later this morning, Godlewski and Barnes will appear together at a child care center outside of Madison. Statement from State
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminds Wisconsinites to wear life jackets while on the water
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors to put safety first by boating sober and wearing a life jacket while on the water. Nearly 80% of fatal boating incidents involve drowning. Drowning can happen