Weid campaign: Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied Raises More Than $175,000 at Fundraiser Headlined by Donald Trump Jr.
De Pere, WI – Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied welcomed Donald Trump Jr. to WI-08 for a massive fundraiser followed by a campaign rally. The fundraiser, which had 150 attendees, raised more than $175,000 for Wied’s campaign. Donald Trump Jr. headlined
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: “We must enshrine our right to contraception before it’s too late”
MADISON, Wis. — In a new op-ed for The Hill, Tammy Baldwin highlights her work defending access to contraception amidst the continued attacks on reproductive freedoms following the Dobbs Supreme Court decision. This op-ed comes as Tammy and her colleagues vote today on
Rep. Myers: Run for Something endorses LaKeshia Myers changing the face of local politics in Wisconsin
June 5, 2024-Rep. LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee) is proud to receive the endorsement of Run for Something (RFS), the groundbreaking organization that recruits and supports strong voices in the next generation of progressive leadership. Myers said, “Earning this endorsement is an
Americans for Contraception: Wisconsin advocates deliver over 400K petitions to Congress urging passage of Right to Contraception Act
Madison, Wisconsin — Today, advocates from Wisconsin and elsewhere gathered on Capitol Hill to deliver over 400,000 petitions urging Congress to pass the Right to Contraception Act. The tally includes 16,157 from Wisconsin. The event emphasized the importance of protecting reproductive
Voces de la Frontera Action: Condemns Biden’s new border and asylum cap
(Milwaukee, June 4, 2024) – Today, the Biden administration signed a series of executive actions that will effectively close the border to thousands of people seeking asylum. Under the new rule, those seeking protection at ports of entry along the U.S. southern
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins colleagues in slamming Democrats’ attacks on religious freedoms & parental rights, political games on contraception
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and 20 of their Senate GOP colleagues in a joint statement slamming Senate Democrats for pushing stunt legislation, the so-called Right to Contraception Act, which misleads the public on the accessibility
Rep. Myers: Responds to recent events involving Milwaukee Public Schools
MADISON-Representative LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), reacted to recent news involving Milwaukee Public Schools. Representative Myers released the following statement: “We have reached a day of reckoning for Milwaukee Public Schools. Attendance at the June 3rd board meeting signaled that the community
Wisconsin Elections Commission: Review of general election candidate materials going smoothly
MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) is pleased to report that it is on its way toward completing the first major step in the process of approving Fall 2024 candidates for the ballot. Monday, June 3, at 5 p.m.
WisDems: On Donald Trump Jr. and Tony Wied
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Donald Trump Jr.’s visit to Green Bay tonight to stump for Trump-endorsed Tony Wied, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement: “Flying Donald Trump Jr. into Green Bay makes it plain that Tony Wied
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: Rural Wisconsin Needs a Farm Bill
Since 2018, the farm economy has undergone significant transformations. Market volatility, trade tensions and unpredictable weather patterns have posed challenges to farmers nationwide. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains and market access, further straining the agricultural sector. Technological advancements and
Cegielski campaign: Wisconsin Election Commission advisory question
[East Troy, WI] — June 5th, 2024—Andrew Cegielski, candidate for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 33rd district, calls on Wisconsin political parties to start following the law and for the Wisconsin Election Commission to take up his advisory question
AFP Action: Launches million dollar ad campaign showing why Eric Hovde is the leader America needs
CONTACT: AFP Action, Media@AFPAction.com Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) launched a new $1 million campaign across the Badger State showing why Eric Hovde is the candidate America needs to lead our country back in the right direction. This
PPWI: Chief Medical Officer testifies at Senate hearing
Madison, Wis. – Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Allison Linton testified in front of the United States Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee today. The Senate HELP Committee held a hearing titled, “The Assault on Women’s Freedoms: How
Rep. Stubbs: Celebrates Annual City-County Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony
MADISON, WI – After delivering remarks at the Annual City-County Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony in Madison, WI, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today we raise the Juneteenth flag above the Madison City-County Building in honor and celebration
PSC: Awards $1.4 million to improve telecommunications access and affordability in Wisconsin
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today the award of $1,481,167 to help Wisconsin residents access essential telecommunications services. The Commission awarded a total of 24 grants from the 2024 rounds of the Nonprofit Access Grant
Midwest Advocates: Line 5 opponents speak out at public hearing on controversial pipeline project
Madison, WI—Today, hundreds of people turned out at Northwood Technical College in Ashland, where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is holding a public hearing on Enbridge Energy’s controversial proposal to construct a new segment of its Line 5 oil pipeline. Prior
Law Forward: Issues a statement on criminal charges for Wisconsin fake electors scheme
Today, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced criminal charges against three individuals for their roles in the effort to overturn the 2020 Presidental election. In 2021, Law Forward began calling upon public officials to investigate this scheme, and we recently
WisDems: On charging of former Trump aides
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Attorney General Josh Kaul filed felony charges against three former aides to the Trump campaign for their role in allegedly forging fake elector certificates as part of Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn the 2020 election. Democratic Party of
Voss campaign: Announces candidacy for 69th Assembly District seat
Abbotsford, WI…Lori Voss, a retired veteran, medical professional, small business owner, public servant and lifelong conservative, has officially announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination in the 69th Assembly District. Candidate Voss has a rock-solid commitment to upholding conservative principles
Wisconsin Beef Council: Donates $1,175 to Feeding Wisconsin for families in need
VERONA, Wis. ― The Wisconsin Beef Council (WBC) has donated $1,175 to Feeding Wisconsin from a spring fundraiser aimed at purchasing beef for families in need across the state. “We thank the Wisconsin Beef Council for their generous contribution and