WisDems: REMINDER: GOP Gov candidate Tom Tiffany holding a fundraiser with GOP mega-donors during government shutdown
MADISON, Wis. — As the GOP-led government shutdown continues, Seventh Congressional District Representative and GOP gubernatorial frontrunner Tom Tiffany is spending his night at a lavish fundraiser with some of Wisconsin’s wealthiest donors, including GOP megadonor Liz Uihlein. Tickets cost as much as
WisDems: ICYMI: Leaked texts on Scott Bessent’s phone suggest the white house got played bailing out Argentina – and U.S. soybean farmers are the casualties
MADISON, Wis. — Earlier this week, a report revealed text messages sent to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, exposing how former President Trump and Republicans like Tariff Lover Tom Tiffany bailed out Argentina at the expense of American farmers. Their failed tariff policy enabled China
Concordia University: Responds to nursing shortage with new direct entry MSN program for career changers
Science in Nursing (MSN) program, designed specifically for career changers who hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field and are ready to pursue a future in nursing. The first cohort will begin in fall 2026. Unlike traditional MSN pathways,
Sen. Jacque: Legislation protecting victims of ‘deep fake’ pornography signed into law
MADISON, WI… Victims whose images are twisted into synthetic “deep fake” pornography for online display and distribution now have strong legal protections under Wisconsin Act 34, authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative Brent Jacobson (Mosinee) which was signed
Tiffany campaign: Congressman Glenn Grothman officially endorses Tiffany’s run for governor
WAUSAU, WI – United States Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) formally endorsed Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor. “I have known Tom Tiffany for 16 years, all of which he has been a great champion for Wisconsin. Some people claim to be conservative
Gov. Evers: Signs bipartisan bill to prohibit misuse of AI-generated images
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed a bipartisan bill to ensure the state’s criminal code is updated to reflect the increasing use and potential misuse of artificial intelligence. Senate Bill 33, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 34: Expands the crime of
Hulsey campaign: Small business owner, carpenter Brett Hulsey will sue Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, USA Today, Gannett and Editor Greg Borowski for $1.5 billion for defamation and libel
Milwaukee, WI— Carpenter, small business owner, and general contractor Brett Hulsey announced he will sue the Greg Borowski, Executive the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel(MJS), the USA TODAY NETWORK and parent company Gannett for $1.5 billion for defamation and libel. The suit was
U.S. Reps. Pocan, Huffman, Jayapal: Lead letter to Trump slamming executive order targeting protected speech
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Jared Huffman (CA-02), and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) are leading a letter to President Trump, expressing grave concerns regarding his executive order Designating Antifa as a Domestic Terrorist Organization and the related memorandum Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence, … Please
Wisconsin Technology Council: List grows of announced candidates for governor who will join Nov. 6 early stage symposium forum
MADISON, Wis. – A forum focusing on economic and technology development issues and featuring many announced major-party candidates for Wisconsin governor will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, during the Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium in Madison. Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez; Washington County
Wisconsin Right to Life: Responds to FDA approval of generic abortion drug
This week the FDA announced approval of a generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone. The manufacturer of this generic drug openly states that their drug is designed to “terminate a pregnancy” and that their mission is to “normalize abortion.” Over the past
Crowley campaign: Democratic Assistant Minority Leader, Representative Kalan Haywood, endorses David Crowley for governor
MILWAUKEE – Today, Democratic Assistant Minority Leader, Representative Kalan Haywood announced his endorsement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in the Democratic primary for governor of Wisconsin. Rep. Haywood highlighted Crowley’s success working with the legislature and delivering real resources
Association of Equipment Manufacturers: Urge Wisconsin lawmakers to vote in support of Dairy Innovation Fund legislation
MILWUAKEE, WI – Equipment manufacturers are calling on members of the Wisconsin Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue to vote in support of new legislation that would establish a Dairy Innovation Fund (SB 323) to support the state’s small and mid-sized dairy farms.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Waterfowl hunters can help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds migratory bird hunters that they are essential partners in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species during the fall hunting seasons. The steps hunters take before leaving boat launches or access
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Post-pandemic, a partial turnaround for educator turnover in Wisconsin
The rate at which Wisconsin public school teachers left their districts has declined since its pandemic peak but remained elevated in the 2024-25 school year, a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds. And, principal and superintendent turnover has not stabilized,
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Highlights, celebrates manufacturers during manufacturing month
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – celebrates each October as Manufacturing Month and the first Friday of the month – today – as Manufacturing Day. Throughout October, WMC, its members and
World Dairy Expo: Recipients of the Inaugural Doug Willams Booth Awards
MADISON, Wis. – More than 450 companies from across the globe traveled to attend and showcase new technologies at the 2025 World Dairy Expo Trade Show. Representatives from 39 states and 15 countries visited with Expo attendees, taking advantage of
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Celebrate Wisconsin farmers this fall
MADISON, Wis. – Fall is a great time in Wisconsin for many reasons—one being fall agricultural tourism, or “agritourism.” Wisconsinites flock to farms across the state for wagon rides, apple cider donuts, and elaborate corn mazes. The experience of fall
Sen. Jacque: Legislation to protect health care for disabled workers advances
MADISON, WI… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative Robert Brooks (Saukville) to grant greater financial flexibility to disabled individuals who are working and receiving support through the Medical Assistance Purchase Plan (MAPP), Senate Bill 252, passed the Senate Committee on
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of DNR Forester Adam Zirebel
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #276, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Oct. 4, 2025, in honor of Adam Zirbel, who unexpectedly passed away in the course of his work as a forester at
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Chairman Johnson requests information about millions of U.S. visa holders that avoided thorough vetting process
WASHINGTON – Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Rodney Scott, regarding a recent report by the Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General