Secretary of State

Baldwin, Colleagues Force Vote on Trump’s Illegal War in Iran

WATCH: Baldwin takes to Senate Floor to advocate against Trump’s war of choice

Zamarripa Calls for Full Investigation Into Uihlein Labor Abuses Exposed in Pleasant Prairie

Zamarripa Condemns Steil-Backed “SAVE Act” As Direct Attack on Wisconsin Voters

Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski Announces Historic $73.5 Million Common School Fund Distribution for Wisconsin Public Schools

Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Nicols Maduros Capture and Narco-Terrorism Indictment

Senator Tammy Baldwin Endorses JoCasta Zamarripa for WI Secretary of State

Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Candidates for Statewide Office in 2026

Will Stay Out of Governor’s Race and Retain Role of Being Fair Arbitrator Among Primary Candidates

Senate Democrats Hold Series of Healthcare Roundtables as ACA Cuts Impact Wisconsin Families

Chairman Johnson Requests Information about Millions of U.S. Visa Holders that Avoided Thorough Vetting Process

State Legislators Endorse JoCasta Zamarripa WI Secretary of State

Collin McNamara Officially Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin’s Secretary of State

Milwaukee Alderperson and Former State Rep. Jocasta Zamarripa Announces Campaign for WI Secretary of State

Sarah Godlewski Announces Campaign for Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor

Proven statewide leader pledges to fight for working families, invest in our communities and move Wisconsin forward

Baldwin Calls for Large-Scale Increase of Humanitarian Aid in Gaza and Diplomatic Efforts to End the War

Baldwin joins 43 senators in laying out needed humanitarian and diplomatic next steps after latest round of ceasefire talks faltered last week

Pocan, Jacobs, 46 Colleagues Urge Rubio to Deliver Mpox Vaccines Before They Expire

PSI Chairman Johnson Requests Transparency from Biden Cabinet Officials Regarding the Former President’s Cognitive Decline

Secretary of State Godlewski and Rep. Taylor to Celebrate Literacy and Learning at Congress School

WisDems Chair Ben Wikler Announces He Won’t Run for Reelection

Governor’s Budget Supports Secretary of State’s Push to Modernize Services and Improve Access and Transparency

Representative Shelia Stubbs Celebrates Vel Phillips’ 101st Birthday

Pocan, Kelly, 109 Add’l House Democrats Urge Immediate Restoration of PEPFAR

Secretary of State’s Office Announces Implementation of Universal Apostille Certificate

New Apostille certificates are more secure and more efficient

President Trump Announces Cabinet and Cabinet-Level Appointments

Moving From Ceasefire to Free Palestine: Gathering to Remember the Martyrs

Secretary Godlewski Announces Historic $70 Million Distribution from Wisconsin’s Common School Fund

Baldwin Presses Biden Administration to Crack Down on Iran, Enforce Oil and Weapons Restrictions

Bipartisan group calls on Biden administration to follow their law and stop Iran from profiting from oil and funding terrorism

Representative Shelia Stubbs Celebrates Unveiling of Historic Vel Phillips Statue at State Capitol

LuAnn Bird launches Assembly campaign with strong support from women and gun safety advocates

Vows to bring her problem-solving track record to the dysfunction in Madison

Free Day + Celebration Commemorates Hometown Hero Vel Phillips

The Milwaukee Art Museum partners with the Vel Phillips Legacy Initiative to kickstart the Year of Vel Phillips, a statewide commemoration in the trailblazer's honor.

Secretary of State Godlewski calls on Senator LeMahieu to remove Robert Spindell Jr. from WEC for submitting a fraudulent Certificate of Votes

Wisconsin Public Schools to receive $65 million from the Common School Fund in 2024, over $13 million more than 2023

Baldwin and Bipartisan Group of Senators Pushing Biden Administration to Officially Freeze Iranian Assets

City of Milwaukee Announces Artist Opportunity at Vel R. Phillips Plaza

Future public gathering space to feature original art installation in honor of iconic Milwaukee political activist and civil rights leader

Baldwin, Booker Express Concerns about Uganda’s “Anti-Homosexuality Act” and its Devastating Impact on the Ugandan People and Public Health Programs

Senator Agard Statement on Retirement of Secretary of State Doug La Follette

Governor Tony Evers Appoints Former State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to Fill La Follette’s Vacancy

Gov. Evers Appoints Sarah Godlewski to Secretary of State

Secretary La Follette retiring after serving more than 40 years in office

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Announces Funding Proposal for Vel R. Phillips Plaza in Westown

More than $15 million in proposed tax incremental financing dollars would convert a portion of a long-underutilized parcel into a public space named in honor of the iconic Milwaukee political activist and civil rights leader featuring both civic and transit amenities

Partisan Primary Prepares Election Officials for November

Milwaukee County Elections Director Julietta Henry to Participate in Elections Panel at George W. Bush Presidential Center

Baldwin Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Group Urging Administration to Help Unite Ukrainian Children with American Adoptive Families

On the passing of Madame Secretary Madeleine Albright

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Senator Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Introducing Resolution to Stop Canadian Nuclear Waste Site Near Great Lakes

Resolution Urges Biden Administration to Work with Canada to Find Alternative Location

Honor Betty White by Supporting Trustworthy Animal Charities

A well-deserved place of honor for Vel R. Phillips

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs November 3, 2021

Dr. David King Announces Candidacy for Lt. Governor

State Treasurer Godlewski & BCPL announce $1 Million for UW System Grants & Scholarships

This year’s distribution will be a record-breaking $1,025,000 from the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands’ (BCPL) Normal School Fund to help make college more affordable and provide grants to UW System programs

Treasurer Sarah Godlewski: Wisconsin’s K-12 Public School Libraries to Receive $39 Million to Boost Education During COVID-19

The largest regular disbursement ever from the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands’ (BCPL) Common School Fund will provide books and technology

BBB Wisconsin and Wisconsin DFI Warn Businesses about Misleading Solicitations

Johnson Votes to Confirm Secretary of State Nominee Blinken

Rep. Stubbs’ Statement on Vel Phillips Statue Advisory Committee

Republican Senators Convene to Pass the Buck

“Our senate chamber is not a prop.” – Senator Larson reaction to Sec. Pompeo’s Madison visit

General Colin Powell’s Full Remarks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention

Former Secretary of State John Kerry’s Full Remarks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention

Biden for President Announces Latino Leadership Committee Co-Chaired by Former Secretaries Ken Salazar and Hilda L. Solis

The Latino Leadership Committee Will Consist of State and Local Leaders from Across the Country to Mobilize the Latino Vote

Watch out for Fake Veterans’ Charities this Memorial Day

Johnson Calls on Pompeo to Assist Wisconsinites Stranded Abroad

Pocan Condemns Pompeo Deportation of Hmong People

State Reaches Settlement with PayPal Charitable Giving Fund, Inc. to Ensure Donors Have Adequate Information When Making Charitable Donations

Treasurer Godlewski and BCPL loan over $14 million to Wisconsin communities

The largest of the eleven loans approved today is to finance referendum projects for the Verona Area School District that is worth over $6 million.

State-Wide Dems Win Big!

Walker, Schimel’s special interest agenda repudiated by voters

Turnout History for Wisconsin Partisan Primaries

The Wisconsin Elections Commission does not make turnout predictions, but provides historical data, which is a good predictor.

Governor Walker Announces Plan to Name Future Milwaukee State Office Building After Vel Phillips, Civil Rights Pioneer & Former Wisconsin Secretary of State

The new building will replace the current Milwaukee State Office Building at 6th and Wells Street.

The Collective PAC Endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor

Barnes is one of just 9 statewide candidates across the country to receive their endorsement, and the only candidate from Wisconsin

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring former Secretary of State Vel Phillips

Governor Scott Walker ordered flags to half-staff on Saturday, May 5, 2018.

Madison Alderwoman Arvina Martin Announces Campaign for Secretary of State

Martin vows to protect voting rights, promote civic engagement

Governor Walker Releases a Statement on the Passing of Former Wisconsin Secretary of State Vel Phillips

"She was a legend in Milwaukee and in Wisconsin - not only for her many firsts but for her passion."

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Senators to Introduce Continued Support for the Iranian People Act of 2018

"The United States must not retreat from its responsibility to lead the international community in protecting human rights and condemning oppressive regimes around the world."

Elections Commission Chair Responds to Federal Request for Wisconsin Voter Information

"We are confident that the results are accurate and do not contain any statistically significant number of votes cast by persons who were not eligible to vote."

Gov. Scott Walker Standing By Instead of Standing Up to Trump on Request For Voter’s Personal Information

Governor’s Cowardice is Disappointing But Not Unexpected

One Wisconsin Now Calls on Gov. Walker to Protect Wisconsin Voters’ Privacy From Trump

‘No Way in Hell’ Trump Cabal Can Be Trusted With Sensitive, Personal Information About Voters

US Rep. Moore Recognizes LGBT Pride Month

In recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement

Donald Trump Follows Up Baseless Accusations of Voting Impropriety With Sham Commission to Investigate Claims

‘A Blatantly Transparent Ploy on the Part of Trump to Justify Voter Suppression’

Wisconsin Governor declares Maestro Joseph Rescigno Day across the state

This spring, Joseph Rescigno is celebrating his 35th anniversary with the Florentine Opera.

Bipartisan Effort: 55 U.S. Representatives Call on Trump to Come to Congress Before Taking Military Action in Yemen

In light of the President’s willingness to engage in Syrian missile strikes without Congressional authority

Baldwin and Cummings Introduce Legislation to Slow Revolving Door between Wall Street and Washington

Financial Services Conflict of Interest Act would have prohibited golden parachute payouts Trump nominees received

Baldwin and Cummings: President Trump’s Revolving Door Between Wall Street and Washington Keeps Spinning

Goldman Sach’s Gary Cohn cashes in with golden parachute to join Trump Administration

U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Elizabeth Warren Issue Statement on Exxon-Mobil Payout Deal for Trump’s Secretary of State Nominee Rex Tillerson

This payment scheme would be illegal under Senator Baldwin’s reform.

Pocan Applauds Sec. Kerry’s Outline for Peace in Middle East

Pocan's Recent Trip to Israel and Palestine Supports Kerry's Arguments

Reported Frontrunner for Trump Attorney General Pick Would Add to Burgeoning Voter Suppression Administration

Is Trump Poised to Follow GOP Playbook of Rigging the Rules on Voting for Partisan Political Gain?

District Attorney John Chisholm earns support of community leaders, elected officials, labor unions, citizen organizations, and law enforcement groups

Chisholm, a veteran of the United States Army, was first elected in 2006 after serving 12 years as an assistant prosecutor, including leading the gun unit.

Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements

Key Community Leaders and More Progressive Organizations Endorse New Leadership They Can Count On

The Honorable Vel Phillips endorses District Attorney John Chisholm

“John Chisholm has dedicated his career to serving justice, and he has my full support,” said Secretary Vel Phillips,

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton, Feingold leading

Majorities have negative views of presidential candidates

Vel Phillips Endorses Chevy Johnson

"Growing up in Milwaukee, Vel Phillips is one of those people who inspired me to get involved in politics."

CNN Adds Simulcast of Democrats Debate at UWM

PBS NewsHour co-anchors Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff will moderate the debate.

‘it gets better’ Stage Production From Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) Boldly Reaches Out To Milwaukee Youth With March 2nd Engagement

Week-long local community dialogues and school outreach begin February 25

Marquette Law School Poll shows Walker in tight race with Burke for Wisconsin governor in 2014

A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that, just over a year from the election, the 2014 Wisconsin governor’s race is shaping up to be very competitive.

Mayor’s Committee to Host United Nations Anniversary Commeroration

The City of Milwaukee will be celebrating the ideals and impact of the United Nations on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 by hosting a presentation and reception in City Hall in honor of the 67th Anniversary of the United Nations Charter.