Brad Schimel

AFP-WI Rejects Act 10 Ruling, Calls to Restore Balance in Judicial System

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Susan Crawford for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin Endorses Brad Schimel for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Results Show Wisconsin GOP Is Now Trump’s MAGA Party

Trump outperformed underlying Republican candidates, reversing 2020 results.

Rep. Brandtjen, A 2020 Election Denier, Sues To Force State Out of Voter Data Organization

ERIC system designed to make it easier for states to maintain accurate voter rolls.

Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State

Rising since 2017 and even after Dobbs decision. But declining in Wisconsin since 2022.

All 4 Liberal Justices Back Crawford’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Campaign

Endorsing just 2 days after Dane County Judge Susan Crawford announces her candidacy.

Dane County Judge Susan Crawford Will Run for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Seeks to maintain court's 4-3 liberal majority after Justice Ann Walsh Bradley retires.

Brad Schimel Is Mr. Anti-Abortion

Conservative candidate for state Supreme Court a national leader in pushing to ban abortions.

Liberal Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley Won’t Seek Reelection

Surprise announcement heightens stakes for spring 2025 election.

What Did Brad Buy? Right-Wing State Supreme Court Candidate Brad Schimel Spends Campaign Cash on Travel, Meals, and Event Tickets for Himself

Will Women Vote for Brad Schimel?

Former Attorney General a formidable candidate for state Supreme Court. Except for a couple issues.

Schimel Could Be Potent Supreme Court Candidate

He's run up big election totals in key counties and statewide running for attorney general.

Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.

Wisconsin Democrats on 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

State Getting $7.5M Settlement From Opioid Addiction Treatment Producer

In 2016, Wisconsin joined an anti-trust lawsuit against Indivior, the maker of a drug used to treat opioid addiction called Suboxone.

Dan Kelly Did Paid Partisan Work

Supreme Court candidate's financial disclosure forms show payments from Republican Party. No such work done by Protasiewicz.

Attorney General Race Is A Brutal Battle

Can Democrat Josh Kaul withstand the attacks? He's cool under fire, but maybe too cool.

Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights

Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.

Elections Commission Retracts ‘Ballot Spoiling’ Guidance

After appeals court loss, state officials won't allow absentee voters to void ballot, re-vote.

Attorney General Candidates Spar Over Abortion, Gun Control in Debate

Race pits incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul against Republican challenger Eric Toney

Judge Rejects Request To Let Clerks Count Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Addresses

Dane County judge says injunction would "upend the status quo, not preserve it,"

Appeals Court Halts Restriction on Absentee Ballot Spoiling

Waukesha County judge ruled last week that absentee ballots couldn't be replaced at voter request. Democrats objected.

Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots

Former AG Brad Schimel, now Waukesha judge, blocks "ballot spoiling."

GOP Lawmakers Strike New Blow Against Absentee Ballots

Legislators nix rule allowing clerks to correct minor errors on envelopes, setting stage for legal battle.

Kaul Announces State Sex Assault Kits Tracking System

Goal tp 'empower’ assault survivors, allow them to track progress on investigations.

Who’s the Real Outsider for Governor?

Almost every candidate claims to be. But who really, actually is?

GOP Group In D.C. Targets Josh Kaul

Republican AG Association will spend nearly $700,000 on ads against WI attorney general.

Judge Rules Against Law Giving Legislators Power Over Attorney General Settlements

Cites 170-year history before lame duck law. Republicans will appeal ruling.

Tim Michels Is No Political ‘Outsider’

Candidate for governor has long record of political donations, lobbying, state contracts.

Sexual Assault Kit Reform Bills Move on to Governor’s Desk

Natural Resources Board Chair Supports Republicans

Fred Prehn, Walker appointee who refuses to step down, gave $35.000 to GOP candidates.

Kaul Announces Run For Reelection

Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul predicts a tough race against Republican challenger.

State Supreme Court Upholds DNR Water Authority

DNR can place restrictions on high capacity wells, large livestock farms to protect water.

GOP Obamacare Lawsuit a Cynical Political Stunt

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down suit. Meanwhile, Vos and and state GOP obstruct Medicaid expansion.

State Business Group Has Massive Clout

WMC has secretly raised and spent $41 million on elections in last 15 years.

Officials Use Secret Portals to Hide Records

UW-Madison administration, Republican legislators use digital dodges to violate open records law.

The New Gerrymandering Scheme

Republicans charge taxpayers for private attorneys to defend secret legislative scheme before it’s even been created.

State Crime Lab Improves Processing Time

Even during the pandemic, the turnaround time for lab work was faster.

Court Kills Another Evers Pandemic Order

4-3 State Supreme Court ruling overthrows October order limiting restaurant and bar capacity.

Supreme Court Considers Water Pollution Rules

Environmental groups challenge 2011 law limiting state DNR’s rules to protect groundwater.

High Capacity Wells Draining State Lakes

Study finds wells reduced lake levels by up to 3 feet on three lakes in Central Sands region.

State Senate Beset by Culture Wars

Rush Limbaugh vs. Black history, LGBT protectors vs GOP objectors, the arguments get ugly.

Hupy & Abraham Face Political Storm

Hupy’s donations to Ron Johnson attacked by Minocqua brewer and law firm losing business.

GOP Spends Big on Appeals Court Race

Led by Republican fat cats Richard Uihlein, John Menard. Cost of state appeals court races up 700%.

Statement Relating to 2018 Contribution to Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA)

Uihleins Gave $4 Million to Group Pushing Capitol Rally

Uline owners Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein criticized for supporting Tea Party Patriots.

State Businesses Supported Group Pushing Capitol Rally

$279,000 donated to Republican Attorneys General Association pushing ‘Stop the Steal’ rally.

Legislators Allowed to Contest DNR Decisions

State Supreme Court allows them to intervene in cases challenging DNR rulings to protect water.

Gwen Moore Positive for COVID-19

The congresswoman is a cancer survivor and recently contracted the virus.

State DNR Still Wrong on Lakeshore Golf Course

Kohler Co. plan, okayed under Gov. Walker is bad precedent and bad for environment.

Both Parties Delay on Open Records

Long delays by state officials to open records requests have been the norm for the last decade.

Appeals Court Blocks State Restaurant, Bar Rules

Court says appeal against Evers’ restrictions by Tavern League will likely succeed.

Appeal Challenges Evers’ Bar Restaurant Limits

District court upheld governor’s restrictions. Lawsuit asks appeals court to overturn ruling.

Judge Schimel Won’t Self-Quarantine

Exposed to Sen. Ron Johnson who tested positive, but won’t wear mask in court. Attorneys fear risk for themselves and clients.

Did Brad Schimel Break the Law?

He emceed political fundraiser. State law prevents judges from all political activities.

Ron Johnson Positive for COVID-19

Johnson spoke Friday at Republican fundraiser in Ozaukee County, is third GOP senator to test positive since Trump announced he had virus.

The State of American Judiciary in 2020

ACA rulings show a disturbing right-wing activism. It could get worse.

State Supreme Court Is Radically Activist

Record shows many examples of grabbing cases before lower courts rule.

Republican Attorney Files Kanye West’s Nomination Papers

Attorney Lane Ruhland is also currently representing the Trump campaign.

State High Court Nullifies 2018 Election

One again, conservative judges uphold lame duck laws and then overthrow governor's vetoes

Crime Lab Taking Longer to Process DNA Evidence

The average turnaround time increased in 2019, according to a new report.

State Urges Supreme Court to Keep ACA Intact

AG Kaul filed a brief as a friend-of-the-court in Supreme Court Case.

Kaul Backs DNR On High Capacity Wells

Reverses opinion by former AG Brad Schimel; Supreme Court to rule on whether DNR can weigh environmental impact of wells.

40 Policies That Helped Pollute State

Over last decade state leaders have backed 40 actions that have harmed environment.

Menards Accused of Price Gouging

Stores in Wisconsin and Michigan at issue, Michigan AG sends cease-and-disest letter.

The Myth of Nonpartisan Judicial Elections

They could hardly be more partisan. Time to rethink how we elect Supreme Court members?

Kelly Leads Money Race for High Court

Conservative raised more than Fallone and Karofsky combined in Supreme Court race.

Will Republicans Kill Rape Kit Bill?

30 states passed bills to assure rape kits are processed. Only Wisconsin has made it partisan, expert testifies.

Stop playing politics with sexual assault kit legislation

Whether or not we protect survivors of sexual assault should not be a decision left to one person.

The Return of Texas v. U.S.

Case could kill ACA, leave 18 million without health insurance. Which states would be hurt most?

Top 10 Political Stories of 2019

Lots of drama in last year of the decade. Which were the biggest stories?

What Is State Doing About School Security?

$96.2 million for security upgrades and training. Has that addressed the problem?

Kaul Pushes Assembly for Rape Kit Bill

AG wants legislation to ensure no more backlog of untested sexual assault kits.

Campaigning on the Taxpayer’s Dime?

Changes in state law open door to abuses, campaigning by government workers.

Evers’ Requests AG Opinion on State Agency Rule making

This is the first request made public on the DOJ's website that allows for public opinion.

Gerrymandering Is Built on Lies

Which is why the North Carolina plan was overruled. Wisconsin’s is very similar.

Kaul Says Lame Duck Law Costs Taxpayers

AG says legislative oversight stalls cases, makes lower settlements for taxpayers likely.

Democrats’ Bill Repeals Lame Duck Law

Would end new requirement that Attorney General get Legislature’s approval for lawsuits.

Lame Duck Laws Hurting the State

Tying hands of Attorney General stalls 15 lawsuits, could cost taxpayers millions.

Lame Duck Laws Opposed Overwhelmingly

Records show Legislature fielded nearly 48,000 contacts from people and 98% opposed lame duck laws.

Republicans Reject Attorney General Effort to Comply With Law They Passed

GOP Legislators Agreed to Confidentiality When Leaders Rigged District Lines for Their Benefit, Refuse Request By Democrat to Discuss Legal Action Potentially Benefiting Wisconsin

State Treasurer Backs Climate-Friendly Investing

“We believe in science” and “investment in renewable energy," Godlewski declares.

6 Questions for Legislators on Guns

How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?

Clean Water a Deliberate Policy Choice

Walker administration cut the DNR, pushed deregulation and weaken farm inspections. Negatively impacting Wisconsin's water.

GOP Suit Slaps Kaul on Lame Duck Laws

AG contests lawsuit, calling it “attempt to undermine public safety in Wisconsin.”

Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage

Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.

Kaul Embraces Opens Records Policy

State Attorney General settles lawsuit, changes predecessor's policy of withholding emails.

DNA Evidence Backlog Greatly Reduced

Effort to reduce backlog yields results. Evers and Kaul want more funding for crime lab.

Accused Polluter a Big Campaign Donor

Johnson Controls International’s subsidiary accused of releasing hazardous chemicals, contaminating drinking water.

Menard to Get Honorary Doctorate

First such degree by UW-Eau Claire goes to businessman, record polluter, big GOP donor.

CMD Wins Reversal of Restrictive DOJ Public Records Policy

Group obtains more than 3,000 records relating to former Attorney General Schimel’s war on the Affordable Care Act

An Uphill Fight for ‘Lame Duck’ Challengers?

Wisconsin’s history shows legislative sessions are legal and necessary -- and the courts have backed them.

Attorney General Kaul Files Lawsuit to Hold Purdue Pharma Accountable for Role in Opioid Crisis

After years of inaction by previous administration, Kaul and Evers take decisive steps

Kaul Sides With Environmentalists in Cases

Attorney General reverses DOJ position on lawsuits over dairy farm expansion, high-capacity wells.

EPA Hires Third Ex-Walker DNR Staffer

Regional EPA office in Chicago embraces Walker staffers, philosophy .

What Is The Future of Health Care?

Who’s gained the most from ACA and why Medicare for All could be a trap.

Robin Vos Giving $500 an Hour Lawyers a Blank Check to Defend His Scheme to Rig the Rules for Foxconn

‘The Only Thing Wisconsin Taxpayers are Getting Out of These Republican Deals is Being Stuck With the Bill’

GOP May Resist Kaul on ACA Lawsuit

Attorney General wants to drop lawsuit, Republican legislators hint they won’t let him.

Texas Lawsuit Threatens Republicans

Vos and Fitzgerald support lawsuit overturning Obamacare, but voters don’t.

Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws

Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.

One Wisconsin Now and Institute Announce New Executive Director

Analiese Eicher Hired as New Head of Wisconsin Progressive Research and Communications Organization

Evers Wants Reversal on ACA Suit

Will ask Attorney General Kaul to change state’s stance, says this won’t violate lame duck law.

Governor Walker Appoints St. Croix County Judge and Ashland County District Attorney

Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Scott J. Nordstrand to serve as a judge on the St. Croix County Circuit Court and Attorney David Meany to the position of Ashland County District Attorney.

Health Care Ruling Exposes Republicans

Court ruling they sought ends six Obamacare provisions supported by big majorities, polls show.

Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy

How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.

Kaul Calls Lame Duck Laws ‘Terrible’

Changes for Department of Justice will endanger public safety, new Attorney General says.

Evers Has Many Advisers

And they are being asked to take on a huge agenda of possible reforms.

State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?

State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.

5 Reasons for Republican Power Play

One key reason: they see Tony Evers as weak.

How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts

One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.

Outside Groups Spent $61.5 Million on Election!

Smashes states previous mid-term record, $38.6 million in 2014. Both sides spent lavishly.

WILL disagrees with legal analysis, prepared to fight for economic freedom

WILL disagrees with legal analysis, prepared to fight for economic freedom

Walker Makes Schimel a Waukesha County Judge

Defeated attorney general has “shown a commitment to the rule of law,” governor declares.

DPW Statement on Appointment of Brad Schimel to Waukesha County Circuit Court

"Wisconsinites overwhelmingly want their courts to be independent, but Scott Walker has nonetheless appointed a highly partisan Republican to the job."

Governor Walker Appoints Attorney General Brad Schimel to the Waukesha County Circuit Court

"Schimel has shown a commitment to the rule of law and the State of Wisconsin."

Democrats’ Sweep of Statewide Offices Is Rare

First time since 1982, only third time in more than 125 years.

Schimel Concedes Election to Kaul

Republican attorney general won’t seek recount, lost by 17,000 votes to Democrat Josh Kaul.

Josh Kaul Reacts to Attorney General Brad Schimel’s Concession

Kaul thanks Schimel for his service

Evers Election Brings Changes to Capitol

Suddenly jobs for Democrats. And will Vos, Evers do deal on highway funding?

Attorneys General Group Spent Big On Schimel

National Republican group spent $2.4 million on ads battering Democrat Josh Kaul, but he won anyway.

Voters Demand Compromise

But are there issues Ever and Republicans could agree on? Yes.

Wisconsin Turns Out and (Early) Votes at Record Levels for 2018 Midterm Elections

‘Voters Vote, When Given the Opportunity to Vote’

Record Outside Group Spending, $36.5 Million

Republicans had 2-1 advantage in special interest spending, most of it for Walker.

State-Wide Dems Win Big!

Walker, Schimel’s special interest agenda repudiated by voters

Kaul Claims Victory for Attorney General

Schimel says it “appears” challenger has defeated him.

33 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the election’s other big winners and losers?

Record Outside Spending in AG Race

Nearly $5 million, about five times higher than past record, spent on Schimel, Kaul.

Post-One Wisconsin Institute Lawsuit, Voters Continue to Shatter Early Vote Records

‘Record Numbers Show When You Let Voters Vote, They Vote’

Why Schimel’s Lawsuit Makes No Sense

Even conservatives suggest the AG’s suit against Affordable Care Act is bad law.

State of Wisconsin Granted Professional Licenses to Four Priests with Histories of Abuse

All four have been identified by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee as priests with substantiated histories of sexual abuse or misconduct.

Scott Walker Gave Pedophile Ex-Priests Professional Licenses

Breach in Public Safety Overseen by Scott Walker Puts Sex Predators in Positions Where They Could Strike Again

Groups Urge Yes Vote on Legal Pot

ACLU, MICAH, WJI, several legislators back advisory referendum to legalize marijuana.

Kaul Leads Schimel in Campaign Dollars

Democratic challenger for AG raised $877,000 in last two months while Schimel raised $604,000.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker, Evers tied in Wisconsin’s race for governor

Baldwin leads Vukmir for Senate; close race for state attorney general

Scott Walker Lacks Ethics

That’s why four of his cabinet secretaries, including me, have condemned him.

The Fight Against Gerrymandering

Advocates hope their Supreme Court case -- now being rewritten -- will succeed.

Voters Could Return Divided Power to Capitol

But will it mean compromise -- or deadlocked government?

Brad Schimel Fails Women, Victims

Reviewing the Attorney General’s record on rape and sexual harassment.

Will Brad Schimel Dress Up Like Scott Walker for Halloween?

State Attorney General Had Empty State Plane Come Fetch Him for Statewide Fly Around, Just Like Scott Walker

State Democrats Buried by Outside Funding

GOP express advocacy groups have spent $17.3 million compared to just $6.6 million by Democratic groups.

Why Republicans Lie About Health Care

The reality is they can’t create an alternative way to cover pre-existing conditions.

The Strange Suit by Brad Schimel

Why try to end coverage of pre-existing conditions which 67% of Republicans support?

Schimel Versus Kaul Part 3

In their third debate AG candidates disagree on nearly everything. Again.

Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel: Catholic Church “Experiment” in Which Sex Offenders Were Placed Back Into Ministry a “Mistake”

Contrary to his claims at Sunday’s debate, Schimel says he is now investigating the abuse, but he refuses to speak publicly with victims about it

Judge Goes Easy on Violent Cop

Milwaukee police officer kicked subdued suspect in the face, gets fine, 14 days in jail.

Does Wisconsin Need an Alcohol Czar?

State struggles with host of issues involved in regulating the alcohol industry.

Schimel and Kaul Debate The Issues

Candidates for Attorney General disagree on rape kits, opioids, Affordable Care Act.

Baldwin, Walker Lead in Latest MU Poll

Baldwin up 10% over Vukmir, Walker up by just 1% over Evers.

Republicans Have 4-1 Spending Edge

Outside groups supporting GOP have spent $11 million, vs $2.5 million for Democratic candidates.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight race for Wisconsin governor, Baldwin leading in Senate contest

Wisconsin voters weigh in on Kavanaugh confirmation, Mueller investigation

The Incoherence of Scott Walker

His suddenly changing policies make for a confused campaign.

Schimel Suit Cost Workers $23 Million

Suit he joined stopped 165,000 Wisconsin workers from getting overtime pay.

Brad Schimel’s Pipeline to Campaign Cash

Nearly 40 Percent of August Contributions From Individuals to Attorney General’s Campaign Came from Michels Construction Family

Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show

Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.

Donald Trump Attacks Victim of Sexual Assault, Again. Scott Walker and Brad Schimel Silent, Again.

Top Republicans Choice: Denounce Appalling Behavior of Perpetuate Injustice With Silence

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Helps Scott Walker Solve Legal Mystery

Apparently, Scott Walker forgot that HE is the “something” that could strip protections for his constituents with pre-existing conditions.

Attorney General Brad Schimel Puts the ‘AG’ in Swag

Records Reveal State Department of Justice Spending $80,000 on Promotional Material

Obamacare Critics Offer Weak Alternatives

Bill supported by Gov. Walker won’t effectively cover pre-existing conditions.

Wisconsin Attorney General Debate to Air Live on WISN 12

WISN 12 and Marquette University Law School to Partner for Commitment 2018 Coverage

Brad Schimel Blames Sexual Assault Victim for Scaring Other Survivors, Puts Politics First

"I know Josh Kaul will stand up for survivors and make sure that dangerous criminals who commit these crimes are punished."

Making Insurance Fake Again

Trump and Walker plans let health insurers end coverage of pre-existing conditions, sell junk policies.

Brad Schimel as Prosecutor on Sexual Assault Cases: Light Sentences and Alarming Comments About Victims

In One Case Schimel Downplayed Assault Telling Judge, ‘It Was Basically a First Date’

Attorney General Schimel Withholds Documents Related to His Legal War Against the Affordable Care Act

CMD files suit to obtain public records from Wisconsin DOJ

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Evers, Baldwin with leads among Wisconsin voters

Trump at 42 percent approval, voters divided on how he has changed GOP

Schimel’s Spoils System

DOJ gag order on his employees shows the impact of ending civil service protections.

Another Brad Schimel Blunder: Attorney General’s Pick to Run Office of School Safety Stands to Personally Profit From Fund She Oversees

‘Looks Like an All Around Sleazy Deal’

Another Attorney General Not Named Brad Schimel Sues Opioid Manufacturer

Republican Attorney General in Colorado Alleges Purdue Pharma ‘Fraudulent and Deceptive’ Practices Helped Create Opioid Crisis

Making Wisconsin More Like Texas

Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?

Brad Schimel Withholding Rape Kit Release Documents

‘Desperate and Incompetent Attorney General Trying to Cover His Tracks’

Schimel Say Rape Kit Backlog Ended

Critics charge attorney general shouldn’t have taken four years to fix the problem.

DNA Testing Delay in Double Homicide Case “Completely Unacceptable,” According to Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Former federal prosecutor and candidate for Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul said, “Brad Schimel has mismanaged the state crime labs.

Catching Up on Summer’s Political News

Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?

Parties Spending $4.5 Million on AG Race

Republicans lead spending on Attorney General race, two-party total already exceeds 2014.

Check Candidates’ Stance on Open Records

If they want your vote, shouldn’t they support transparency in government?

Brad Schimel’s special interest backers go all in

RAGA dumps $2.5 million into race for floundering Schimel

45 Former Assistant DAs Blast Schimel

Attorney General called “blatantly” political in unprecedented letter Schimel dismisses as “partisan.”

3M Gives Donations, Pays No Fines

Company gave donations to Walker and others, pays no fines for environmental violations.

The Attack on Affordable Care

Walker, Schimel, Johnson would kill program; 2.4 million Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions could lose insurance.

Brad Schimel Silent on DeVos’s Plan to Arm Teachers

Will Schimel consider letting taxpayer money fund gun purchases for schools?

Attorneys General from All 50 States, DC, and Puerto Rico Urge Congress to Pass Sensenbrenner/Johnson Opioid Bill

Experts Question Schimel’s School Safety Grants

Sending mental health professionals to training designed for security officers?

Counties Struggle With Opioid Costs

Ashland County asks voters for property tax hike to handle costs; referendum defeated.

Evers Could Benefit From Walker Fatigue

There is exhaustion with Walker’s ambition and relentless negative campaigns.

Will Brad Schimel Fire Himself?

Attorney General Said He Terminated Employee for Violating Open Records Law, But Schimel Himself Sought to Hide Records of Junket to Hate Group Conference

Democratic leaders blast Brad Schimel for putting politics before kids’ safety

"If Brad Schimel truly had wanted to keep our kids and our classrooms safe, these funds would have been distributed months ago"

Wall Blasts Walker, Schimel on Youth Prison

Former corrections secretary says governor, AG ignored Lincoln Hills abuses for political reasons.

Out-of-State Money Backs AG Candidates

In July, about half of the largest contributors to candidates came from outside of Wisconsin.

The Battle Over ‘Cocaine Mom” Law

Allows drug using mothers to be detained in jail. Opponents plan pickets, social media and forums across state.

NRA-backed Brad Schimel “mum” on 3D-printed guns

Brad Schimel’s re-election efforts have largely benefitted from NRA funding.

Scott Walker doubles down on support for extremist Supreme Court pick

Kavanaugh was selected by President Trump because he would be in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade.

Brad Schimel violates campaign finance laws

"Wisconsin's top law enforcer can't even follow the law himself"

School Safety Grant Program Avoids Larger Issues of Gun Violence

"Trying to solve gun violence while pushing the gun industries priorities is like trying to put out a fire with a flamethrower."

AG Race Attracts $1.3 Million in Six Months

Challenger Kaul raised nearly as much as incumbent Schimel in first half of 2018.

Brad Schimel Soft on Crime?

New data shows AG not just slow to go after rapists, but drugs and firearms cases.

The Facts on Brad Schimel’s Botching of the Rape Kit Backlog

"It couldn’t be clearer that Wisconsin needs a new attorney general."

Republican County Sheriffs Defending Brad Schimel on Rape Kit Backlog Have Backlog of Over 630 Rape Kits

Washington DC-Based Group Taps People Who Are Part of the Problem to Defend Brad Schimel on Rape Kit Backlog

Democratic Candidates Duke it Out

In debate all eight Democrats running for governor blast the Foxconn deal.

School Safety Grants Stir Controversy

Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.

Synthetic Marijuana Raises Alarms

Can be spiked with rat poison, police and health officials seek to prevent sale.

Kaul Calls on Schimel to Use Portion of School Safety Grant Funds for School Mental Health Programs

"We must do more to make sure that kids come home from school each day excited about what they learned, not scared."

Schimel’s Latest Excuse

Refusing to Withdraw From Investigation Is Latest Excuse in Schimel Opioid Affair

High Court Backs Evers Over Walker

Evers can hire his own attorney in legal battle rather than AG Schimel, as Walker insisted.

State ‘Cocaine Mom’ Law Reinstated

Federal court overrules state court decision voiding law allowing jailing of drug-using mothers.

Brad Schimel’s Dreadful Record on Rape Kits

Attorney General is anything but tough on crime by serial rapists.

Walker, Trump Oppose Affordable Care

Every action they’ve taken aims to destroy Affordable Care Act.

Supreme Court Punts on Gerrymandering

No decision on merits. But Wisconsin case may eventually be sent back to high court.

The Troubling Record of Brad Schimel

How has state Attorney General failed? Let us count the ways.

Meth Use Up 167% Since 2013

New report tracks Midwest, as prevention, treatment in state remains a huge challenge.

Brad Schimel made deliberate missteps in handling of rapekit backlog

"Schimel's callous 'waiting for a bargain price' to test the rapekit backlog shows little interest in keeping Wisconsinites safe from sexual violence"

High Court Approves New Factory Farm

Factory farm had backing from large GOP contributors.

Documents Show State Attorney General Brad Schimel Was Following Hate Group’s Instructions in Concealing Appearance at Conference

‘As Wisconsin’s Top Cop, It’s More Important That Brad Schimel Follow Our State Laws’

Brad Schimel and Scott Walker Repeat Mistakes Past; Refuse to Take Legal Action Against Opioid Manufacturers

New York Times Reports Federal Prosecutors Regret Letting Manufacturer Execs Off the Hook in 2007, Declare it Was a Lost Opportunity to Slow Addiction Crisis

Attorney General Brad Schimel Dodges Latest Open Records Request Seeking ‘Swag’ Purchase Documents

‘If Brad Schimel Doesn’t Want to be Criticized for Buying Candy and Commemorative Coins Then He Shouldn’t Be Doing It’

Testing still not complete on over half of backlogged rape kits that need to be tested

Schimel's failure to prioritize testing has delayed justice for survivors, while dangerous criminals remain on the streets

One Wisconsin Now Statements on Attorney General Brad Schimel’s Handling of Untested Rape Kit Backlog

Millions of Dollars and Years Later Wisconsin Rape Kits Still Untested

State Politicians Funded by Accused Drug Makers

Drug companies sued for pushing opioids donated $39,000 to Walker, legislators.

Despite Walker’s $1.5 Million Ad Spending Spree, Evers Still Leading Walker in Head-to-Head Showdown

This is the first poll released that shows a head-to-head comparison between the two statewide elected officials.

Gov. Scott Walker’s State Lawyer Secretly Joined Attorney General Brad Schimel, Department of Justice Lawyers at Hate Group Conference

Anti-LGBTQ Alliance Defending Freedom Picked Up Tab For Walker Lawyer to Discuss Their Agenda at Luxury Resort

Brad Schimel Election Ad Blames Families, Not His Pharmaceutical Donors for Opioid Crisis

Once Again, Schimel Puts His Partisan Political Interests Ahead of Wisconsin Families

Conservation Voters Endorse Josh Kaul for Attorney General

Kaul provides a stark contrast to Brad Schimel who implemented a radical anti-conservation agenda as attorney general.

Wisconsin Republican State Convention Features ‘Pay to Pray’ Event With Gov. Walker, Attorney General Brad Schimel

Public Policy Isn’t The Only Thing They’ll Auction Off

What Did Brad Schimel Say to Hate Group at Their Conference?

Appearing in Capacity as Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel Took Over $4,100 in Travel, Lodging, Meals and Appearance Fees From Anti-LGBTQ Alliance Defending Freedom

Attorney General Brad Schimel Threatens Crackdown on CBD Oil Instead of Holding Opioid Manufacturers Accountable

‘Brad Schimel is Protecting the Wrong People’

One Wisconsin Now Demands Brad Schimel Turn Over Records for His Appearance at Homophobic Alliance Defending Freedom Conference

Attorney General Traveled in Official Capacity to Participate in States’ Rights’ Panel Discussion Hosted by Organization Designated as Hate Group

Walker Tries to Rig the System

He’s suing to slash my authority as state superintendent, and forcing me to use attorney hostile to my views.

Kaul Calls out Schimel for Failing to Prioritize Testing of Backlogged Rape Kits Years Ago

Schimel Claims to Have Hit the Ground Running; Only Nine Backlogged Kits Tested in His First Two Years in Office

Brad Schimel Claims Voter Fraud in Waukesha County

Admits He Can’t Back Up Reckless and Irresponsible Claims of Impropriety

Brad Schimel Doesn’t Believe in Redemption

AG condemns award for rehabilitated lawyer and State Bar caves in to Schimel’s complaint.

ICYMI: Schimel grossly misrepresented scope of rape kit backlog

Thanks to Brad Schimel's neglect and lack of guidance, hundreds of untested rape kits are discovered to have involved unknown suspects

AG Schimel and Texas AG File 20-State Injunction Against Obamacare

In February, the same 20-state coalition filed a lawsuit that argues the ACA, as recently amended, forces an unconstitutional and irrational regime onto the states and their citizens.

Robin Vos’s Title Loan Trip Troubles

Company pays for his trip to London, he backs less regulations on its high interest loans.

Voters Want Checks and Balances

That’s the message on Supreme Court race, Treasurer referendum. Was message received?

Walker’s Plan to Break the Law

And why Attorney General Schimel didn’t warn him it was folly.

Scott Walker’s Big Lie

Not doing special elections hasn’t saved money, it’s actually cost taxpayers. A lot.

Marquette vs. John McAdams

Fired conservative professor only had to apologize. Instead he’s going to court.

Court Rules Gov. Walker Must Call Elections to Fill To State Legislative Vacancies

Decision Sends Message to Gov. Walker, Attorney General Schimel: In a Democracy We Have Elections and Voters Get to Vote

The NRA’s $3.5 Million Man Scott Walker Delivering for the Gun Lobby, Again

‘Legislators Supporting Walker’s Sham Are Providing Aid & Comfort to the National Rifle Association’

No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe at School: Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and Attorney General Schimel Visit Schools to Discuss $100 Million School Safety Plan

"No child, parent, or teacher should ever feel unsafe at school."

Gov. Scott Walker Proposes Handing School Safety Checkbook to Fellow NRA Lackey Brad Schimel

Attorney General’s Previous Use of Grant Funds to Buy Promotional Swag Raises Huge Red Flag

No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe in School: Governor Walker Calls $100 million Special Session on School Safety

"No child, parent, or teacher should ever have to feel unsafe in school."

Many Republicans Oppose Gerrymandering

Even in Wisconsin. But nearly all are former officeholders.

Foxconn Water Request Violates Law

Company wants massive diversion of Lake Michigan water. But DNR won't oppose it.

One Wisconsin Now Statements on Brad Schimel 2018 Election

‘Schimel Is the Most Partisan Attorney General in State History’

Is GOP Trying to Destroy Democracy?

New report points to problems, which can be seen nationally and in Wisconsin.

How Americans for Prosperity Wins

Koch-funded group gives huge campaign donations, has gotten long list of bills passed.

AG Schimel Backs Academic Freedom in Friend of the Court Brief

Wisconsin’s brief supports Professor John McAdams’ First Amendment claims in the case.

Josh Kaul calls for common-sense gun-safety measures

AG Brad Schimel’s solution for school safety is arming teachers

NRA Campaign Cash and Endorsements Put Wisconsin on Lockdown

Gun Cartel Endorsed Gov. Walker, Attorney General Schimel and High Court Candidate Screnock Offer Silence and Inaction After 30th Mass Shooting of 2018

Republican Silence on Paul Nehlen Racism, Anti-Semitism ‘Disturbing’

Scott Walker, Brad Schimel Refuse to Condemn Conduct of Donor Nehlen

AG Brad Schimel’s neglect and incompetence let rapists walk the streets for years

“For Schimel to drop the ball on his most basic responsibility is embarrassing and an insult to those who’ve bravely come forward seeking justice”

AG Schimel and Coalition of AGs Reach Settlement with Pharmaceutical Company Over Attempt to Block Generics

“When a company tries to rig the system to its advantage, consumers suffer the consequences, which can lead to fewer treatment options,” Attorney General Schimel said.

Walker’s Hands Dirty on Political Purge

Why didn't he oppose axing Elections, Ethics heads? Because he wanted revenge.

Dana Wachs Called on Gov. Walker and AG Schimel to Sue Big Pharma Over Misleading Opioid Marketing

"Wealthy drug companies have been peddling highly addictive painkillers for decades while telling Americans that they were safe. It’s about time they are held accountable for their lies."

The Strange Rage of Scott Fitzgerald

His call to fire elections commission leader defies the law and common sense.

When Will Lincoln Hills Close?

If Gov. Walker has been making plans as he claims -- rather than another political cover up -- this should be an easy question to answer

Joint Statement on DNR Complaint Referrals to DOJ

"We vigorously call upon Attorney General Schimel to act immediately on these complaints and back-up his claim that DOJ is an environmental enforcer."

AG Schimel Announces Record-Breaking Accomplishments & Reforms for Open Government in 2017

In 2017, the agency broke all previous records by responding to nearly 700 public records requests.

Walker agrees to do his job after years of willful neglect and political cover up at Lincoln Hills — now when it threatens his own re-election

Six years of dangerous inaction by Republicans caused a crisis at the juvenile facility to mount and still no immediate action is planned

Kaul calls Schimel’s expanded investigation into now-defunct GAB unjustified

Kaul says investigation is "yet another waste of our tax dollars by our current AG"

11 Sure-Fire Predictions For 2018

How crazy will 2018 be? Let us count the ways.

Top 10 State News Stories of 2017

Another historic year in Wisconsin politics created some big headlines.

One Wisconsin Now’s 2018 Predictions

Some predictions are serious, but all are certainly fearless

GOP Targets Anti-Corruption Probes

Their message to bipartisan groups: don’t dare investigate us or we’ll punish you.

Senate GOP Calls for Investigation into Organization They Dismantled Two Years Ago

"This request of the Attorney General is an egregious abuse of power..."

17 Biggest Mistakes by Brad Schimel

Media feasting on problems in John Doe report. Here’s a scorecard of biggest goofs.

Democrats fight to protect Net Neutrality

Democrats call on Attorney General to defend internet access

Judge Kelly Handed Doe Controversy

Latest judge to handle John Doe must decide on contempt of court referrals.

Schimel Helps Construction Industry

They gave $169,700 to attorney general; his ruling kills fire safety rule requiring sprinklers.

GOP Leaders Threat: Anyone Investigating Us Risks Losing Their Jobs

‘This Gang Would Get Rid of the Ethics and Elections Boards if They Thought They Could Get Away With It’

The Many Errors of Brad Schimel

His sloppy report on John Doe leaks won’t help Attorney General’s reputation.

Brad Schimel Strikes Out Again

His 11-month investigation of John Doe leaks yields no charges but lots of anger.

Controversy Defines Schimel’s First Term

Attorney General has jumped on hot-button issues he hopes will get him reelected.

Why John Doe Probe Saved Emails

And why Schimel report complaining about investigators could be wrong.

Statement on DOJ’s John Doe Report

"Democrats must now accept the fact that Republicans were right."

Senator Craig Reacts to Attorney General Report on “John Doe” Leaks

"The scope of abuses outlined in this report is astounding but unsurprising to those of us who have closely followed this news."

AG Schimel talks of prosecution & “proof” when asked about accusers of disgraced candidate Roy Moore

In the face of highly-corroborated allegations of sexual misconduct, Wisconsin attorney general casts doubt on survivors of sexual assault

Court Ruling Weakens Whistleblower Law

Supreme Court justice called 2015 decision 'absurd,’ charging it weakens protections.

Schimel Chats Up Big Donors at Trump Resort

Event sponsored by group that gave $300,000 to state campaigns in 2014 election.

According to uncovered secret agenda, AG Brad Schimel attended lavish weekend retreat at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago with elite donors

DPW Chair demands Schimel come clean with Wisconsinites on his role

Brad Schimel’s Opioid Problem

Attorney General has been reluctant to pursue opioid manufacturers. Why?

State Leaves Counties to Sue Drug Companies

Opioid costs hurting counties, but legislature, Schimel won’t take action.

Anti-Fraud Law’s Repeal Hurts Taxpayers

State losing millions in federal settlements because Walker, GOP killed whistleblower law.

Good Government is Everybody’s Business

Ernst-Ulrich Franzen's parting message to politicians: "We’ll be watching."

Opioid Crisis Still Growing

Are there solutions? Panel of experts share views on epidemic of overdoses, deaths.

Foxconn Law Transforms State Courts

Company gets more and quicker access, while everyone else waits for justice.

Can Democrats Beat Ryan, Grothman?

Odds are slim. But the added turnout for those races could help reelect Tammy Baldwin.

Wisconsin’s Waters Win in Clean Wisconsin High-Capacity Well Case

Court orders to vacate seven permits, remand one for consideration

Schimel and Pruitt, the Anti-Environmentalists

State attorney general and federal EPA head never met a green policy they liked.

DSPS Launches Public Statistics Dashboard for Enhanced Prescription Drug Monitoring Program

The dashboard provides easy-to-use interactive data visualizations for controlled substance dispensing, ePDMP utilization, and law enforcement alerts.

One Wisconsin Now Statements on Trump-DeVos Repeal of Title IX Sexual Assault Investigation Guidelines

"Repealing revised guidelines on the investigations of sexual assaults on college campuses sends victims back into the shadows, deters reporting of sexual assault and protects predators."

Cocaine Law Can Still Jail Pregnant Women

Federal judge overruled "cocaine mom" law, but state appeal overruled his injunction.

Governor Walker Appoints Melinda Tempelis to Serve as Outagamie County District Attorney

Tempelis served Outagamie County as a prosecutor for nearly 15 years, the last 10 of which she served as the deputy district attorney.

Attorney General Brad Schimel Puts the ‘AG’ in Swag

Records Reveal State Department of Justice Spending $80,000 on Promotional Material

Judges Consider a Democratic Gerrymander

Maryland uses same technique as Wisconsin, but to benefit Democrats.

AG Schimel Welcomes AG Sessions to Wisconsin, Supports Federal Efforts on Drug Abuse Prevention

Attorney General Sessions discussed the need to strengthen the nation’s southern border and create a culture that does not encourage drug use of any kind.

Right Wing Seeks to End Democracy?

Their support for Wisconsin gerrymander part of a disturbing international trend.

APB For AG: Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel Shamefully Silent on Donald Trump’s Coddling of White Supremacists, Nazis

‘Shame on Brad Schimel For His Silence, For His Lack of Courage and For His Lack of Leadership’

Brad Schimel still hasn’t disavowed Trump’s Charlottesville comments

Our state deserves better.

Will Party Loyalty Trump Common Sense for Gov. Walker and Attorney General Brad Schimel on Opioid Addiction Crisis?

Walker and Schimel Owe Wisconsin Answers

How Much Do DOJ Civil Suits Cost?

Bill requires state AG to disclose cost of many suits against federal government.

Twenty State Attorneys General Respond to Trump Administration Proposal to Weaken Federal Rules on Responses to Campus Sexual Assaults … But Not Brad Schimel

Wisconsin Top Cop ‘Conspicuous by His Absence’

Predatory Loan King Backs Schimel

Rod Aycox, partner of reputed mob figure, gives $2,500 to Attorney General Brad Schimel.

More Than 1,000 Suspected Sexual Predators Arrested During Operation Broken Heart

"There is no higher charge I have as Attorney General than to lock up sexual predators and to empower our local law enforcement to do the same."

Former federal prosecutor Josh Kaul raises over $170,000

Announces endorsements from Pocan, Moore, and others from across Wisconsin

John Nygren’s War on Drug Abuse

His daughter’s drug abuse problem brought the issue home to him.

Governor Walker Appoints Carrie Schneider to Serve on the Outagamie County Circuit Court

Schneider dedicates time to protecting child victims and victims of domestic violence.

Brad Schimel Refuses to Protect Student Loan Borrowers, Again

Way Past Time for Wisconsin Attorney General to Do the Right Thing

Will Supremes Rule on State Redistricting?

Past cases show Supreme Court is reluctant to overrule district courts.

Pro-Schimel Attack Ads Fueled by Opioid Money

Ad Buy From Group Fueled With Big Pharma Money Hits as Wisconsin Attorney General Under Increased Scrutiny for Legal Inaction

Brad Schimel Swag Update: Attorney General Denies Request to Provide Details on Purchases of Promotional Material Using Public Funds

Whether It’s Embarrassment or Ignorance AG Response to Open Records Request ‘Completely Unacceptable’

Momentum Throughout Wisconsin Building for End to Rigged Election Maps

Milwaukee becomes 19th county in Wisconsin to pass fair maps resolution.

SCOTUS Decision to Postpone New State Election Maps is Disappointing News for Wisconsin Voters

Citizen Action of Wisconsin Redoubles its Efforts for Redistricting Reform

Governor Walker Appoints Dane County Judge

Samuelson has served as an Assistant Attorney General for the Wisconsin Department of Justice since 2012.

AG Schimel Appoints Experienced, Award-Winning Prosecutor to Lead Office of Crime Victim Services

Michelle L. Viste is a current assistant attorney general at DOJ and 2015 Deputy District Attorney of the Year award recipient.

GOP Ohio Attorney General Seeks to Hold Opioid Makers Accountable for Addiction Crisis, Wisconsin Attorney Brad Schimel Does Nothing

‘Even Fellow Republicans are Going to Court to Hold Opioid Manufacturers Accountable for Misleading Marketing Tactics’

Records Show Schimel Opened Office Doors to NRA Second Full Day on Job

Today Schimel Endorsed NRA Bill to Flood Streets with Untrained, Unlicensed Concealed Carry Holders

Save Taxes With Nonpartisan Redistricting

State taxpayers charged more than $2 million to defend unconstitutional districts.

Why GOP Backs Gerrymander

Once leaders both parties' leaders opposed it. Why did Republicans change?

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on AG Brad Schimel Request To Supreme Court For A Stay In Redistricting Lawsuit Ruling

"Schimel should end his tremendous waste of taxpayer resources and urge the legislature to create new lines as requested by the highest court in the land..."

State’s Political Map At Issue

Does geography or gerrymandering give a GOP edge? U.S. Supreme Court could decide.

AG Brad Schimel’s Gross Incompetence On Display At Department Of Justice

Schimel struggled once again to describe the state’s progress in the state's rape kit backlog

Attorney General Brad Schimel’s Department of Justice Deserves Extra Scrutiny

DoJ spent 10,000 on challenge coins, rape kit backlog still looms

GOP-Controlled WI Department of Justice Has Spent More $50,000 in Swag Last Four Years

Records Suggest Schimel Spent $3,700 on Two Other Kinds of Coins Beyond Panned ‘KAED’ Ones

Student loan borrowers lose federal protections

Democrats call on Attorney General to defend student loan borrowers

Cocaine Mom Law Struck Down

Federal court says state can’t lock up pregnant women who use drugs, alcohol.

High-capacity well bill’s passage ensures ongoing groundwater conflicts

Bill gives away public groundwater for private benefit

The Incompetence of Brad Schimel

AG's handling of a voter fraud claim is an epic case of ineptitude.

Schimel Sides With Trump University Over Student Loan Borrowers

Attorneys General From Across Nation Denounce Trump Administration Effort to Repeal Consumer Protections For Student Loan Borrowers ...But Not Brad Schimel

State Gives Green Light to Billion-gallon Groundwater Giveaway

For industrial users, it’s open season on Wisconsin’s groundwater

AG Schimel to Award $920,000 to Sexual Assault Survivor Support Services

The $920,000 is made available through funding from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance.

AG Schimel, 14-State Coalition Defend Executive Order

The coalition argues that the executive order effectively reins in a bureaucracy that has implemented a far greater regulatory burden than Congress ever envisioned.

Walker’s Policies Hurting Small Farms

High capacity wells help Big Agriculture, hurt small farms, environment.

Schimel Gives Amnesty to Big Polluter

3M, a big Walker donor, gets no financial penalty for repeatedly polluting.

GOP Demolishes Over 150 Years of Wisconsin Heritage

"Wisconsin Republicans continue to play pay-off politics with our water..."

Regent Nominees Gave Walker $22,550

The two nominees also gave more than $64,000 to other candidates.

Wisconsin Welcomes New Partnership with Administration to Undo Costly, Job-Killing Regulations

Governor Scott Walker today praised U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt.

Three Whopping Data Lies

Or how Walker, Schimel, Trump jump from correlation to causality.

The Muzzling of the DNR

Gagged by the Walker administration, its staff no longer provide any information.

Chisholm For Governor?

Will District Attorney run against Walker? DA's son encourages speculation.

Cloud Over State Attorney General Brad Schimel’s Office for Sunshine Week With Failure to Respond to Simple Open Records Request

Nearly Two Months Later Request For Calendars of Schimel and Aide Remains Unfulfilled

Pat Roggensack On the Warpath

Supreme Court chief justice slams Journal Sentinel, Janine Geske, and others.

Big Ag Wants High Capacity Wells

$152,000 campaign donations, $183,000 lobbying by potato, vegetable growers.

Rep. Peter Barca Statement on Attorney General Appeal of Redistricting Decision

"Attorney General Brad Schimel is fighting for his party, not democracy."

Gov. Scott Walker Is Desperate To Impress President Donald Trump

Here are the facts you need to know about the Governor's D.C. establishment talking points

Methamphetamine Abuse in Wisconsin Expands 250 Percent

Wisconsin DOJ, FBI, DEA, and Marshfield Clinic Brief Legislators

GOP’s Redistricting Lawyers Are Big Donors

Lawyers paid $2.1 million to defend gerrymandering, give $76,000 to politicians.

AG Schimel Renews Rebate Agreement with Manufacturer of Lifesaving Opiate Antidote

Amphastar Pharmaceuticals has agreed to continue providing a $6 rebate for each Amphastar naloxone syringe purchased by public entities in Wisconsin from now until February 1, 2018.

AG Schimel and WCASA Launch Victim-Centered Awareness Campaign, Offer Support to Survivors of Sexual Assault

The campaign is designed to reach out to all sexual assault survivors who had a sexual assault kit collected as the result of a sexual assault nurse exam.

Holding Attorney General Schimel’s Government Waste Accountable

AG Schimel’s DOJ paid $10,000 in taxpayer dollars to an out-of-state company in Florida to mint fake coins.

Supreme Court Rules Against Open Records

Conservative majority exempts Schimel’s training videos from disclosure.

Rep. Goyke to Lead Juvenile Justice Reform

In lieu of gubernatorial leadership on this important issue, the legislature must act.

2016 Election Results Prove Gerrymandering

State election totals by ward prove the problem again. How will courts react?

AG Schimel Announces Charges in Megabucks Lottery Fraud

The complaint alleges that the two defendants conspired to win the December 29, 2007, Wisconsin Megabucks lottery game.

Statement on GOP Election Rigging Lawsuit

“Democrats believe every voter deserves to have their voice heard.”

Rep. Goyke to Reintroduce Bi-Partisan “Missouri Model” Juvenile Justice Legislation

"Reduced recidivism means reduced crime."

AG Brad Schimel Seeks Reelection

Attorney General got $1.7 million in special interest funding in 2014 and delivered for them.

Shameless Partisan Pandering, Even by Brad Schimel’s Standards

Brad Schimel Announces Intention to Seek Re-election AND to Investigate Leaks From Political Corruption Investigation That Embarrassed GOP

Drug-related traffic crashes in Wisconsin soar, Departments of Justice and Transportation co-sponsor new ads raising awareness

Last year, 149 people were killed in drug-related traffic crashes in Wisconsin

AG Schimel Announces Executive Leadership Changes

AG Schimel appointed Paul Connell as Deputy Attorney General and Delanie Breuer as his Chief of Staff.

Drug mail-in initiative will make it easy to dispose of unused meds

Multifaceted first-of-its-kind in the nation city partnership aimed at opioid and heroin epidemic; includes CVS Pharmacy, MMSD, City of Cudahy, DOJ, DEA, US Bank and USPS

Prices of Lifesaving Drugs Skyrocketing

Investigation finds seven widely prescribed drugs rose by 29% to 5241% in recent years!

EPA Rule Unfairly Harms Wisconsin, AG Schimel Leads Multi – State Legal Action

Wisconsin is currently challenging the EPA over the 2015 NAAQS in a separate case filed earlier this year, Murray Energy v. EPA.

Federal Judge Sides with Wisconsin, Prevents Implementation of Overtime Rule

In September, Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel joined a bipartisan coalition of 21 states in asking the Court to prevent implementation of the Rule.

AG Schimel Will File Emergency Motion in Dassey Case

Attorney General Brad Schimel intends to file an emergency motion in the Seventh Circuit seeking a stay of this release order.

Did Trump Steal Wisconsin?

Some point to voter suppression as a factor in this state and others.

Schimel Patrols Only Democratic Voters?

AG’s “Election Integrity Unit” will monitor polls, but targets urban or Democratic areas.

AG Schimel Announces Election Integrity Efforts

Election integrity teams from DOJ monitor polling sites for such violations as electioneering, observer misconduct, or wrongful denial of right to vote.

Clean Wisconsin challenges high capacity well permits

Constitution requires DNR to consider impacts on lakes, rivers, and streams

Governor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse

Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay

Concealed Carry Hasn’t Prevented Crime

Aggravated assault with guns has risen 43% since concealed carry legalized.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel to Get the Job Done on Wisconsin’s Longstanding Rape Kit Backlog

More than one year after Wisconsin Justice Department received federal investments, reports show state still has 6,000 kit backlog

Schimel Stonewalls on Open Records

AG has championed public’s right to know — except for videos involving him.

Attorney General Moves to Block Pay Raise for Wisconsin Workers

New overtime rule would be an economic boon for Wisconsin

AG Schimel Attacks Open Records Law

He is appealing to the Wisconsin Supreme Court in an effort to keep two law enforcement training videos secret.

Wisconsin Has No Voter Impersonation Problem

Gov. Scott Walker says the lack of voter impersonation cases does not matter if there is a chance that even one vote is canceled out by fraud.

ITT Tech Shuts Its Doors; Walker, Schimel & Johnson Provide ‘Aid and Comfort’ to Predatory For-Profit Colleges

Time to Stop Coddling Bad Actors and Start Protecting Wisconsin Students

Schimel Switches Strategy on John Doe

His response to appeal abandon’s state Supreme Court’s position, suggesting its ruling is weak.

State Rep. David Bowen & State Rep. Evan Goyke Call on the United States Department of Justice to Take Over the Investigation into the Shooting of Sylville Smith

“It is crucial that trust be restored to the relationship between the public and law enforcement,” said Rep. David Bowen

Sylville Smith Probe Looks Suspicious

AG Brad Schimel’s links to Milwaukee Police raise questions about his investigation.

Schimel’s Southern Strategy on Voter Rights

His “states rights” argument echoes segregationists like George Wallace, gets rejected.

Three-Judge Panel Rejects Gov. Walker and Republicans’ Latest Efforts to Keep Anti-Voter Measures in Place for November Election

Huge Victory for Wisconsin Voters as District Court Ruling Striking Down Restrictions on Early Voting Stands

Representative JoCasta Zamarripa on Federal Injunction Against Protecting Transgender Students

“Governor Walker and his Republican colleagues need to take a step back and evaluate why they’re spending so much time and taxpayers’ money attacking some of the most vulnerable young people among us.”

DCI Announces Anonymous Tip Line for Information Related to Milwaukee Unrest

DOJ asks the public only submit tips based on facts, and not speculation or heresy.

Why Courts Have Limited Photo ID

Two recent cases have made Wisconsin ground zero for voting rights.

Water Woes Big Issue in Fall Elections

Water pollution hotly debated in key legislative races and Feingold vs Johnson.

Will Supreme Court Rule for Transparency?

Three cases before the Wisconsin Supreme Court challenge the public's right to know.

Federal Judges Hand Down Two Voting Rights Victories For Wisconsinites

This wasn't the only victory for Wisconsinites.

Environmental groups prevail in case over DNR’s authority to protect drinking water

Recent Dane County Circuit Court ruling requires additional groundwater monitoring, animal unit cap for Kewaunee County Dairy.

Lawmakers Battle Over High Capacity Wells

Are they drawing down streams and lakes? Republican and Democratic lawmakers disagree.

Governor Walker Appoints Clayton Kawski to Dane County Circuit Court

"Clayton Kawski has established himself as an attorney of high integrity and intellect in the Madison legal community."

Coming Soon: More Right Wing Litigation

Starring newly formed Center for Competitive Federalism

Mr. Speaker, Repeal that Law!

Unconstitutional attack on women’s health should be stricken from state law

DNR Quietly Adopts AG’s Opinion on High-Capacity Wells

Most of state’s water will now be unprotected from high-use wells

Groups Ask Wisconsin to Clarify its Authority to Regulate a Waukesha Diversion

An opinion by the Wisconsin Attorney General casts doubt on the state’s authority to manage, regulate, and enforce conditions the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Water Resources Compact Council may require when approving a diversion.

Lessons from Prince’s Overdose Death

We must work to reduce stigma of drug addiction, says Attorney General.

Pocan Statement on Wisconsin AG Brad Schimel’s Decision to Join Challenge to President’s Transgender Student Guidance

Pocan Calls the Decision an Attack on Youth for the Sake of Ideology

AG Schimel Joins Lawsuit Challenging Obama Administration’s Unlawful New Title IX Policy

Wisconsin has not chosen to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity in our schools.

Why Republicans Love Photo ID

It may not make a huge difference in the vote. Just enough to win.

Open Records Law Still Under Siege

Former Corrections Secretary Ed Wall’s attempted end run is latest of many attacks on the law.

Walker Administration Will Stop at Nothing to Block Access to Safe, Legal Abortion

Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review the state’s twice enjoined law requiring physicians providing abortion care to obtain hospital admitting privileges.

Attorney Robert J. Dreps, advocate for open government, to receive Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award

Dreps, who last month was inducted into the Wisconsin Newspaper Hall of Fame, is retiring from full-time practice at the Madison office of Godfrey & Kahn.

Caperton Rule Could Kill John Doe Decision

State high court’s Doe ruling runs afoul of U.S. Supreme Court decision on judicial conflicts.

What I’ve Done to Promote Open Records

Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel describes steps taken by his department.

Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council names “Opee” winners

The awards recognize extraordinary achievement in the cause of open government.

John Doe Foes Worried About Appeal?

They’re concerned U.S. Supreme Court might review state court ruling killing Doe probe.

The Open Records Traveling Show

Liberal and conservative advocates of open government will offer presentation on the issue in 8 cities.

Have Anti-John Doe Forces Blundered?

They could open door to federal court questioning state Supreme Court’s shutdown of Doe probe.

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”

The Curious Case of Brad Schimel

Why has Attorney General suddenly entered John Doe controversy?

Resolution Declares “State of Emergency” on Youths at Lincoln Hills

Measure Urgently Calls for Creation of a Local Option for Juvenile Placements

AG Schimel appoints Ryan Walsh as Chief Deputy Solicitor General

Walsh currently serves as an associate attorney with the law firm of Jones Day in Washington, D.C. in the Issues and Appeals section.

Walker’s Secretive Governing Style

Since he was County Executive, Walker has devised ever more ways to operate in secret.

Can New Approach End Gerrymandering?

“Efficiency model” goes before courts. It has a chance.

Governor Scott Walker Statement on Presidential Overreach

I have asked the Attorney General to review this proposed rule language as soon as it is made available

Are You Ready for Some Fantasy Football?

Two major fantasy sports firms are lobbying the legislature. Will they score big?

Federal Lawsuit to Overturn Unconstitutional Gerrymandering of Wisconsin Legislative Districts Continues

Federal panel unanimously rejects Attorney General’s motion to dismiss

Walker’s Assault on Open Records

Walker and Republicans are methodically working to end any scrutiny of their actions.

AFP Commends Attorney General Schimel For Seeking To Challenge EPA’s Misguided Ozone Rule

EPA’s rule will make opening new manufacturing facilities or expanding existing facilities in SE Wisconsin difficult, if not impossible.

Impacted Citizens Fight for Clean Power Plan

Recent Attempts to Block EPA Rule Spur Caledonia Families to Take Action

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Issues Statement on Clean Power Plan Lawsuit

24 States Look to Roll Back the EPA’s Carbon Pollution Rule

Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel goes “On the Issues”

He is working with local law enforcement to stop the dramatic surge in Milwaukee gun violence.

AFP Reacts to “Clean Power Plan” Rule

"Wisconsin doesn't need more regulation from Washington..."

How Republicans Worked to End Public Records

Planning began last September and would have ended open records for all local governments as well.

Brad Schimel says records, meetings law should not be weakened

Rep. Barca Applauds AG Schimel for Showing Respect for Clean, Open and Transparent Government

“There is no more important Wisconsin value than protecting clean, open and transparent government.”

How Open Are Government Digital Records?

Few think government does a good job of sharing digital data.

Marquette University Department of Public Safety to become commissioned police department on May 1

The university expects to have approximately 35 commissioned officers in place by the start of the 2015-16 academic year.

Shirley Abrahamson Against the World

Chief Justice’s fight against a constitutional change to demote her is a minor issue. So why such a juicy battle involving so many conservatives?

The Capitol’s Biggest Soap Opera?

An obscure state agency that could loan money to Bucks arena is beset by squabbling.

Will Schimel Proposal Lead to More Open Records?

Attorney General's proposal sounds good, but the devil's in the details.

Madison legislator urges funding for independent probes of officer-involved deaths

Rep. Chris Taylor wants Walker's budget to provide more Department of Justice investigators

Lobbyists Spent $57.5 Million on 2013-’14 Legislative Session

That's about $150,000 for each of the 380 bills that became law.

Governor Walker’s Decision to Sue the EPA-Politically Driven, Bad for Wisconsin

Governor Walker announced in last night’s State of the State address that he will ask Attorney General Brad Schimel to sue the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over proposed standards limiting carbon pollution from existing power plants.

About That $2.2 Billion State Deficit

Walker and Republicans face big shortfalls in health care, roads and schools funding. What will they do?

GOP Had More Campaign Cash — And Votes

Republican victories weren't about redistricting, but about more votes. But they did have a huge cash advantage.

Final pre-election Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading Burke in Wisconsin governor’s race

A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker leading Democratic challenger Mary Burke 50 percent to 43 percent among likely voters.

Walker Has Huge Cash Advantage

He's raised $24.5 million compared to Burke's $15.5 million, with twice as much of his donations coming from out of state.

How Rivals for Governor, Attorney General Would Handle Drunken Driving

Only Burke calls for making first-offense OWI a crime in Wisconsin.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds ties in Wisconsin races for both governor and attorney general

New Marquette Law School Poll shows Wisconsin governor, attorney general races both tied

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading in race for Wisconsin governor; attorney general race remains tied

A new Poll in the Wisconsin governor’s race finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker receiving the support of 50 percent of likely voters and Democratic challenger Mary Burke receiving 45 percent support.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin governor’s race remains statistical dead heat

The governor’s race remains statistical dead heat.

Attorney General Race Could Be a Sizzler

Happ's dramatic victory sets up clash between two county DAs.

Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General

Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?

All Four Attorney General Candidates Back Open Records

They support open meetings rules for lawmakers and full access to online court records.

Democrats Blast GOP Opponent for Attorney General

Was Brad Schimel lax in prosecuting alleged pay to play or are Democratic AG candidates blowing smoke?

Mud Fight for Attorney General?

The three Democrats running all have similar stands, so may have to attack each other to stand out.

Marquette Likely to Get Its Own Police Force

Bill would give MU police the power to arrest on and off campus, and pursue criminals anywhere in the state.

$32 Million Spent Lobbying State Legislators in 2013

End of year reports also show Walker raised three times more campaign dollars than Burke.

Drunk Driving Becomes Campaign Issue

Issue of whether to make first-time OWI a crime is hot issue in attorney general race.