U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald: Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of Budget Resolution Kicking Off Reconciliation 3.0 to Secure Our Elections and Protect National Security
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to the House passage of H. Con. Res. 113. “Protecting the integrity of our elections and bolstering our national security are among the most fundamental responsibilities of Congress,” said
WisconsinEye/WisPolitics – State Affairs: Present gubernatorial candidate interviews ahead of August 11 primary
WisconsinEye and WisPolitics – State Affairs are proud to present Campaign 2026 gubernatorial primary election candidate interviews. Hosted by WisPolitics – State Affairs Editor JR Ross and produced by WisconsinEye. Hear directly from the candidates on issues that define their
Dane County Exec Agard: Statement on the Madison police-involved shooting
“Today, our community is once again confronting the profound consequences that follow when a life is lost in an encounter with law enforcement. “This is not just another headline, this is someone’s child. A family is grieving an unimaginable loss,
U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil: House Passes Steil’s Congressional Stock Trading Ban
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act. “The Stop Insider Trading Act is a major step forward for ethics reform on Capitol Hill. It ensures
Tiffany campaign: Milwaukee Deputy Sheriffs’ Association Endorses Tom Tiffany for Governor
MILWAUKEE, WI – The Milwaukee Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, which represents more than 285 members, announced today that it is endorsing Tom Tiffany for governor. The endorsement joins a growing coalition of law enforcement backing Tiffany, including more than 20 Wisconsin sheriffs,
Urban Triage: Statement from Urban Triage CEO on police killing
STATEMENT FROM URBAN TRIAGE CEO BRANDI GRAYSONOn the Police Killing of a Black Man on Williamson StreetJuly 22, 2026 Today, Madison police shot a Black man three times at close range while he was experiencing a mental health crisis. Video
Marquette Law School: Marquette Law School Poll finds almost half of Democratic primary voters undecided amid rapid shifts in the race for the gubernatorial nomination
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UW-Green Bay: First in Universities of Wisconsin to offer reduced credit bachelor’s degree
Reduced time to degree equals faster entry into workforce Green Bay, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is the first public university in the state to offer students the choice of a reduced credit bachelor’s degree. Beginning this Fall,
Marquette University Law School: Marquette Law School Poll to release survey of Wisconsin Democratic primary voters, July 29
Survey to cover state of race after Rodriguez exit, Crowley reentry MILWAUKEE — Marquette University Law School will release the results of a statewide poll of Democratic primary voters with an in-person event featuring Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette
NRCC: Derrick Van Orden delivers a manufacturing win for Wisconsin
A new analysis found the Working Families Tax Cuts is now fueling Wisconsin’s manufacturing economy. Derrick Van Orden voted to pass the tax cuts, which are now protecting 110,000 jobs and preserving $10 billion in wages and $19 billion in economic output across
Sen. Tim Carpenter: Sen. Carpenter: An Additional Democratic Debate Would Benefit the Voters
Today, State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement regarding the value of an additional debate between the Democratic candidates running for Governor to follow the already scheduled debate hosted by WISN12 News on July 28th at 7pm: “I
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson: Sen. Johnson Named Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) was named chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget by the Republican Conference. Today, the senator released the following statement: “I’m stepping into this role following the tragic death of my
Van Orden campaign: Wisconsin Democrats SLAM Rebecca Cooke for her “Failure to Show Up”
LA CROSSE, WI. – A new report today is raising questions about Rebecca Cooke’s commitment to showing up for the voters she wants to represent, as Democratic leaders across Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District say her campaign has been noticeably absent
A Better WI Together: Tom Tiffany Admits He Opposes Taxing Billionaires
MADISON, Wis. — In an early morning interview on right-wing radio July 21, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany opposed asking billionaires to pay what they owe in state taxes. During his appearance on the Benjamin Yount show, Tiffany said
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin: Baldwin Pushes Bipartisan Bill to Ban Chinese Vehicles, Protect American Workers Through Senate Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) successfully passed a bipartisan bill to protect American workers and families from the growing threat of Chinese-made vehicles through the Senate Commerce Committee. The Baldwin-backed Connected Vehicle Security Act prevents Americans’ data from being
Crowley campaign: New poll: David Crowley surges in Democratic primary
Almost a third of voters remain undecided, leaving the race wide open and up for grabs as Crowley builds momentum with support from Gov. Evers, labor, and mayors Poll was done before the campaign launched first statewide broadcast ad buy
Cooke campaign: Rebecca Cooke launches first ad of the 2026 Cycle: “Living Proof”
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Earlier this week, Rebecca Cooke, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, announced her first ad of the 2026 cycle, “Living Proof.” This is the first television ad from any candidate in the Third Congressional District.
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin Department of Justice opposes EPA’s rollback of PFAS limits in drinking water
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing comments opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rollback on limits to four per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. The rollback means that public drinking
3rd CD Dems: The 3rd CD Welcomes Rep. Van Orden’s willingness (Finally) to debate in the general election
The 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin, along with the Emily Berge and Rebecca Cooke campaigns, welcome Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s sudden willingness to debate during the 2026 general election. On June 2, 2026, the 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin issued
Crowley campaign: David Crowley for Governor Campaign announces six figure television ad buy
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, announced his campaign’s first statewide broadcast ad buy of the primary. Beginning today, the ad will air on television statewide as part of a six-figure ad