Eric Hovde

Eric Hovde Concedes US Senate Race to Tammy Baldwin

After making unfounded claims about election results Republican concedes.

Pushback Grows On Hovde’s Refusal To Concede

Republican U.S. Senate candidate even said he lost, but won't concede to Baldwin.

Hovde Tells Talk Radio Host He Lost

But Republican Senate candidate won't concede race. Bipartisan group criticizes him.

Eric Hovde Admits He Lost: “It’s The Most Painful Loss I’ve Ever Experienced”

Hovde Won’t Concede, Offers Baseless Election Fraud Charges

Republican Senate candidate attacks Milwaukee results and casts doubts on recounts.

Trump Made Big Gains on Wisconsin’s College Campuses

2024 election data shows the youngest wards shifted strongly towards Republicans.

Women Lead Democratic Gains in Legislature

Wisconsin voters rejected Kamala Harris but back many other women for office.

With Milwaukee Absentees, Baldwin Narrowly Edges Hovde

Race appears headed for a potential recount.

Evers, Baldwin Tour Milwaukee and Madison

Democratic governor and senator visit key sites to energize voters on Election Day.

In Final Wisconsin Appearance, Walz Touts His Small Town Roots

Campaign still trying to find that final undecided voter, boost turnout.

‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris

Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.

Trump Tells Voters in Milwaukee He Doesn’t Want Their Money, ‘I Want Your Damn Vote’

In another digressive speech, Trump attacks his enemies and offers lofty promises to his supporters.

Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout

State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.

Harris, Trump Court Voters, Turnout in Dueling Wisconsin Rallies Wednesday

Harris in Madison, Trump in Green Bay . They'll do it again Friday in Milwaukee.

Harris and Trump Within Margin of Error in Final Marquette Poll

Survey of likely Wisconsin voters shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 2 points.

Yet Another Anti-Abortion Group That Wants to Ban Abortion Lines Up Behind Eric Hovde

‘Abortion is Child Sacrifice:’ Eric Hovde’s Closing Message on Abortion One Week From Election Day

Eric Hovde Hits the Campaign Trail Following Endorsement from Group that Compared Abortion to ‘Child Sacrifice’

Trans-Rights Advocates Say Hovde, Trump Ads Are ‘Dehumanizing’

Candidates have attacked opponents' support of access to gender-affirming medical care, allowing transgender women and girls to compete in sports

On This Day: Eric Hovde Called Wisconsin Men and Women ‘Deplorable’

Questions Eric Hovde Needs to Answer About The Anti-Abortion Group That Endorsed Him

Obama, Walz Rally Early Voters in Madison

With two weeks before the big day, early voting started Tuesday in Wisconsin.

A Guide To Early Voting in Milwaukee

Early voting begins Tuesday and runs through Nov. 3.

Hovde Doubles Down on Farm Bill Flub in Rant to Vicki McKenna; ‘I’m supposed to have studied [the Farm Bill]?’

Comes as Democrats Run Ads in Rural Communities on Hovde’s Debate Disaster: “I’m Not an Expert on The Farm Bill”

Vance Courts Catholic Voters in Waukesha Stop

Vance talks abortion, inflation in stop at Waukesha airport.

Tammy Baldwin, Eric Hovde Get Personal During Sole Debate

While staking their positions on issues from abortion, to immigration and foreign policy, the candidates also went after each other.

What You Need to Know About Carpetbagging California Multimillionaire Eric Hovde

Hovde Pours $7 Million More Into His Campaign

But Baldwin has still outraised her Republican challenger.

“No, I don’t think I would sell the bank:” Hovde Admits He is a Walking Conflict of Interest

The Hovde Plan: Slash Funding for Law Enforcement

‘Black Voters Matter’ Campaign Focuses on MATC Students

'We Fight Back' campaign spends weekend in Milwaukee.

1,500 Miles From Border, Immigration a Top GOP Issue in Wisconsin

Trump has promised to crack down on immigration during Wisconsin campaign stops.

PPAWI Political Fund Launches Ad on Hovde’s Anti-Abortion Positions

Alliance of Retired Americans to Eric Hovde: “Raising the Retirement Age is a Terrible Idea”

The ‘Secret Sauce’ That Could Reelect Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Incumbent finds voters in parts of Wisconsin that reject other Democrats.

Republican US Senate Challenger Eric Hovde Says He Has the Momentum

He's trailed Democratic Baldwin in nearly all polls. But the race may be tightening.

The Hovde Plan: Ban Abortion

Trailing in Polls, Hovde, Republicans Hope For ‘Change Election’

A close examination of the campaign strategies for Wisconsin's high-profile U.S. Senate race.

New Poll Shows Harris Maintains 4% Lead Over Trump in Wisconsin

MU poll also finds US Senator Tammy Baldwin expands lead over Eric Hovde.

Democrats Target Rep. Novak in New District

Remapped Assembly district is 55% Democrat. But incumbent Republican is running hard.

Five Questions Eric Hovde Needs to Answer Amid News His Bank Works With a Mexican Bank Long Reported to Have Ties to the Cartel

Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Campaign in Rural Wisconsin 

Democrats can win in rural counties, 'but you have to work at it.'

10,500 Attend Harris Rally In Madison

Democratic presidential candidate emphasizes abortion in speech.

Baldwin Bill Allow Disaster Relief Loans for Lack of Snow

Wisconsin's tourism industry hurt by unusually warm winters. SBA loans could help.

Marquette Poll Shows Harris Up, at 52% to 48% for Trump

Poll taken after both conventions shows Democrat ahead in key state of Wisconsin.

Conservative Radio Host Vicki McKenna Has One Word for Eric Hovde’s Campaign: “Weak”

Is Eric Hovde a Self-Made Man?

Mega-wealthy Republican candidate for US Senate says he rose from nothing.

Two Months Ago News Broke That Hovde’s Bank is Filled With Millions in Foreign Deposits… Hovde Is Still Silent on Which Countries They’re From

Trump Speaks in Rural Wisconsin on Saturday, Pushes Early Voting

Two-hour speech at airport in Mosinee offers false claims about his criminal cases.

Baldwin Campaign Ads Using WisconsinEye Video Violate The Network’s Terms of Use

WisGOP Statement on Tammy Baldwin’s Remarks to DNC

Sen. Tammy Baldwin Stands Up for Social Security, Medicare at Democratic National Convention

Vance, Republicans Push Public Safety at Site of 2020 Kenosha Protest

And Kenosha police union endorses Trump ticket, following lead of Milwaukee police.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Eric Hovde’s Remarks in Kenosha Today

Hovde’s Lowlight Reel: The Worst Eric Hovde Moments From This Week

Hovde, Trailing in Polls, Calls For More Debates with Baldwin

Now officially the GOP Senate nominee, Hovde stands by his decision to file defamation lawsuit.

On 89th Anniversary of Social Security, Democrats Fight to Strengthen Program While MAGA Republicans Threaten Cuts

Eric Hovde Easily Wins Wisconsin’s Republican US Senate Primary

Hovde crushes Rejani Raveendran and Charles Barman in low-key GOP primary.

WisGOP Statement on Eric Hovde Winning Senate Primary

Hovde Files Defamation Suit Over Attack Ad

Attorneys urge TV stations to stop running ad, but expert says such suits rarely succeed.

Wisconsin Has A Little-Known GOP Primary for U.S. Senate Tuesday

While focus has been on the November general election, Eric Hovde faces a low-key primary challenge from Rejani Raveendran and Charles Barman.

What Tuesday’s Election Tells Us

Two cynical structured and timed amendments and one race for Waukesha County DA that ignores actual data.

Baldwin Outraises Hovde in Wisconsin US Senate Race

Far behind in fundraising, Hovde has used $13 million in personal loans to keep up.

Hovde Blasted for ‘Bigoted’ Comments on Black Men

GOP US Senate candidate says Black men have lived on ‘handouts’ and ‘welfare checks.'

Can Kamala Harris Win Wisconsin?

State Democratic chair explains why Mandela Barnes lost and Harris can win.

Kamala Harris Visits Milwaukee

The new Democratic choice for president mixes a vision statement with attacks on Trump in speech to packed West Allis Central gymnasium.

Hovde Plays MAGA Hits in RNC Speech

GOP senate hopeful bashed President Biden, his opponent Sen. Tammy Baldwin, drug cartels and the media.

RNC Preview – Day 3, Wednesday July 17

Plus: A recap of day two.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Eric Hovde’s RNC Speech

New AARP Wisconsin Poll: Voters 50-plus could tip the scales in 2024

Donald Trump leads over President Joe Biden among older voters by 7 percentage points

Eric Hovde is Still Hiding the Truth About How He Made His Fortune From Wisconsin Voters

‘I’m Staying in the Race’ Says Biden At Madison Rally

Biden's fifth visit to Wisconsin this year comes on critical weekend for his campaign

Biden, Trump Tied in Wisconsin in New Marquette Poll

Baldwin leads Hovde by at least five points in U.S. Senate race.

In Racine Trump Blasts Immigration, Economy, Declares ‘I Love Milwaukee’

Denying his 'horrible city' comment and changing plan to stay in Chicago for RNC.

Wisconsin Democrats Rally Around High Stakes 2024 Election

But state convention shows division, protest against Baldwin on Israel-Palestine issue.

Healthcare Is Huge in Presidential Race

How Trump’s vow to overturn the ACA could damage Wisconsin and the nation.

Illinois Governor is Headliner at Wisconsin Democratic Party Convention

JB Pritzker will give the keynote address in Milwaukee next weekend.

Ron Johnson’s Curious Stand on Abortion

Pleading for Republican unity on an issue that's a loser for the party.

Hovde Says 12-14 Week Abortion Ban a ‘Reasonable Time Range’

Republican's approach condemned by his opponent, Democratic US Sen. Tammy Baldwin.

Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion

Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.

Latest Polling Shows Baldwin Leading Hovde

A Quinnipiac poll shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 12 points among registered voters

Cowboy Hovde Hurting Candidate Hovde?

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde might want to get off the range.

Eric Hovde’s Brother Gives $1 Million to Group Attacking Tammy Baldwin

Steven Hovde supporting Super PAC running digital ads slamming US Sen. Baldwin.

Eric Hovde Has Another Bad Week

Even the good news was an issue for Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.

Trump, Baldwin Narrowly Ahead In Marquette Poll of State

7 months before election Baldwin leads Hovde by 5 points, Trump leads Biden by 2 points.

Eric Hovde Loans His Campaign $8 Million to Oppose Tammy Baldwin

Republican seeking to unseat Sen. Baldwin is latest state candidate to self-fund.

Eric Hovde Says Most Nursing Home Residents Not ‘At a Point to Vote’

GOP senate candidate echoes Trump's unproven claim of 'crooked' votes in 2020 election.

Hovde Faces Minimal Competition For Republican Senate Nomination

An endorsement by former President Donald Trump could reduce the chances of a primary challenge.

WisDems Statement on Donald Trump Endorsing Eric Hovde

Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes

Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.

How Hovde Evaded Federal Taxes

He has said he wants to stop what the companies he invested in did: paying zero federal taxes on investments.

Eric Hovde Shows Contempt for Wisconsinites’ Freedom by Sharing Stage with January 6 Insurrectionist

At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’

First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.

Can Hovde Beat Baldwin?

Polls suggest Tammy Baldwin is beatable. But Hovde seems to be floundering for a way to do it.

Wisconsin Democrats Statement on California Bank Owner Eric Hovde’s TV Ad

How Healthy Is The Wisconsin Economy?

Poll reveals Republicans higher on Wisconsin than U.S., but what do economic indicators say?

Hovde Enters Senate Race Against Baldwin

Hovde’s announcement focused on the economy, crime, the border. Dems already attacking him for California conmections.

Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin

Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.

Trump, Biden Tied in Wisconsin

Marquette poll finds neck-and-neck race nine months before election.

Eric Hovde in His Own Words- “My Main Business” Is the California Bank I Own

On Anniversary of the First Social Security Check, A Reminder That Eric Hovde “Absolutely” Wants to Cut Social Security

Reminder to Eric Hovde- February 15 is the Deadline to Request Your Ballot Be Mailed to Your $7 Million Laguna Beach Mansion

Hovde previously requested his ballot be sent to his $7 million mansion in Laguna Beach

Three Years Ago Today: California Bank Owner Eric Hovde Skipped Town to Ditch the Wisconsin Winter

Tammy Baldwin Could Still Face 2024 Challenger, Party Leaders Say

They point to Ron Johnson's surprise run in 2010. GOP hopes for well-funded challenger.

40-Year-Old Stevens Point Student Is First Republican To Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Announcement comes after representatives Tiffany and Gallagher said they were out.

Rep. Tom Tiffany Won’t Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Republican field for fall 2024 race is wide open as more candidates opt out.

Marquette Law School Poll of Wisconsin voters finds Gov. Evers approval up, GOP presidential primary razor thin between Trump and DeSantis, and Biden with bigger lead over Trump than over DeSantis

Biden leads Trump by 9, DeSantis by 2 in hypothetical head-to-heads

Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention

"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.

Tammy Baldwin Will Run for Reelection

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator makes it official, she will seek third term.

Primary Winners Rely on Certain Counties

Of state's 72 counties a small number provide majority of statewide vote.

Madison Company Buys Third Ward Block

Plus: Recapping a flurry of real estate stories in the past week.

State Rep. Timothy Ramthun Running for Governor

Ramthun gained national attention when he tried to decertify the 2020 election results.

Primary For Governor Continues Century-Old Reform

This was the first state to hold primary elections. Kleefisch vs. Nicholson is latest example.

Nicholson Enters Race For Governor

Will face Kleefisch in Republican primary. He called her ‘dumb as a bag of hammers.’

Sean Duffy Won’t Run For Governor

Former President Donald Trump urged the former congressman to run.

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.

Who’s Trying to Oust Ron Johnson?

Behind the scenes (and on background), at least some Wisconsin Republicans are bad-mouthing Ron Johnson and seeking to position others to replace him

How Republicans Became Anti-Train

The politics of resentment replaced business-oriented development, as Tommy Thompson would learn. Part 8 of series.

Ron Johnson To The Rescue?

His attempt to bring peace between Vukmir and Nicholson backers is welcome.

Eric Hovde Declines 2018 Run, Reiterates “Concerns” With Kevin Nicholson

"Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson will continue their brutally negative campaigns as right-wing candidates promising to sell out Wisconsin’s working families in order to help corporate special interests get even richer"

GOP Tax Scam Gifts Big Pharma a Massive Windfall, While Americans Struggle with Skyrocketing Drug Costs

The Republican U.S. Senate field has embraced the GOP tax law that hikes taxes on 53% of Americans and spikes health insurance premiums, while gifting billions to Big Pharma special interests

Richard Uihlein, GOP Kingmaker

Should one billionaire dictate the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate?

Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?

It's been widely reported that Senate Republicans are drafting their version of Trumpcare behind closed doors.

Is this a Senate race or a yacht sale?

Even conservative radio personality, Mark Belling, is unimpressed with the current slate of candidates.

Who Are Donors in Superintendent Race?

Evers backed by unions, Democrats, his opponents by Republicans.

11 Predictions for 2017 Politics

Scott Fitzgerald gets Trump appointment, redistricting is upheld and more.

Pols Raise Cash Behind Closed Doors

Both parties have ever-more secret fundraisers attended by lobbyists and insiders who influence state policy.

Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?

He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.

Riverwest 24 Registration Gets Huge Turnout

Hundreds began arriving as soon as 5:30 a.m. to sign up for the event. And as we stood in line more new developments for Milwaukee were announced.

25 Winners and Losers

The list is long (and fun). This was a campaign with real consequences.

Fitzgerald’s Strangely Sleepy Campaign

Is Jeff Fitzgerald running for U.S. Senator or top lobbyist?

The Voter Suppression Game

Both parties are devising strategies to discourage voting. But Republicans are using government power.

Richie Rich

Republican Senate candidate Eric Hovde’s basic message is simple: elect me because I’m wealthy.

The Chicago Challenge

Economic cooperation with our massive neighbor could help Milwaukee. But Gov.Scott Walker stands in the way.