Josh Kaul

Opioids Maker Teva Agrees to $4.25 Billion Settlement

Preliminary agreement would provide cash, naloxone to address opioids crisis

A Radical Republican Debate

Which of GOP candidates Kleefisch, Michels and Ramthun had most extreme views in debate?

DOJ Joins Coalition Urging Supreme Court Not to Weaken Voting Rights Act Protections in Alabama Redistricting Case

21 Attorneys General Argue that Alabama’s Congressional Maps Unlawfully Dilute Minority Voting Power and Should Be Redrawn

State Trying to Dispose of PFAS Firefighting Foam

DNR looking for a contractor to take 25,000 gallons of foam off states hands.

Can Abortion Pills Be Mailed Legally in Wisconsin?

It's legal to receive them in the mail, but a physician could be charged for mailing them.

State Files Suit Against PFAS Manufacturers

Evers, AG Kaul say suit seeks to force companies to pay for clean water, and environmental clean up.

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul File Lawsuit Against Tyco Fire Products, Chemguard, 3M, DuPont, and Others for PFAS Contamination and Damage to Wisconsin’s Water and Natural Resources

Lawsuit seeks to hold polluters responsible for costs to clean up PFAS contamination

Crute Building Statewide ‘Truth’ Radio

Owner of liberal outlet in Madison envisions network of 12 stations in 7 markets with factual news shows.

DOJ Joins Coalition of 20 States Backing Important New Federal Rule to Regulate Ghost Guns and Make Communities Safer

Amicus Brief Continues Efforts to Support Commonsense Gun Regulations and Improve Public Safety

DOJ Launches $2 Million Critical Incident Mapping Data Grant Program

July 11, 2022

How Governor’s Power Was Weakened

Recent high court decision latest of several rulings reducing governor's power.

Service Employees Union Spends Big

Since 2010, SEIU has spent more than $2.3 million on Democratic candidates in state.

DOJ Announces $65,000 Settlement with Emerald Sky Dairy to Resolve Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws

June 30, 2022

Legal Fight Over Gableman Probe Keeps Growing

One year into investigation it's spawned an ever-growing number of court cases.

State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay

Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.

Anti-Abortion Groups Want To Tighten 1849 Ban

Seek to end 19th century law’s exception to protect life of a mother.

AG Kaul Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision in Kaul v. Prehn

June 29, 2022

Kaul, Evers Sue to Challenge 1849 Abortion Ban

Suit says 1849 law superseded by later laws, names GOP legislative leaders as defendants.

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul Announce Direct Legal Challenge to Wisconsin’ s 1800s-era Criminal Abortion Ban

In wake of U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, lawsuit challenges archaic abortion statute banning nearly all abortions in Wisconsin, including in cases of rape and incest

PPWI Leaders Applaud AG Josh Kaul’s Challenge to WI Criminal Abortion Ban

Out-Of-State Abortion Providers Will Help Wisconsin Patients

Clinics in Illinois, Minnesota get ready for huge influx of patients from other states.

Republican Candidates Attack Tim Michels

Michels doesn’t attend GOP gubernatorial debate. Kleefisch, Nicholson, Ramthun all blast him.

Evers Offers Clemency For Doctors Prosecuted for Providing Abortions

Governor made commitment during keynote speech of the state Democratic Party Convention.

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade

High court ends constitutional right to abortion.

State GOP Lawmakers Reject Special Session on Abortion

GOP-controlled Senate adjourned in 15 seconds a special session to repeal 1849 law banning abortion.

Jury Finds Waterford Man Guilty in Civil Storm Water Case

June 20, 2022

DOJ Announces Mallinckrodt to Pay $230 Million Agreement in Underpayment of Medicaid Drug Rebates Lawsuit

June 20, 2022

Office of School Safety Launches Critical Incident Response Team Program

June 16, 2022

Evers Calls Special Session To Overturn 1849 Abortion Ban

Kleefisch urges Republican legislators to reject special session.

‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849

Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.

Gov. Evers Calls Special Session to Defend Reproductive Healthcare Access in Wisconsin as U.S. Supreme Court Eyes Overturning Roe v. Wade

Governor’s special session to take up swift repeal of Wisconsin’s 1800s-era law that could criminalize nearly all abortions if Roe is overturned

Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge

Accused killer’s list of targets included Gov. Evers, Mitch McConnell, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

A Milwaukee Planned Parenthood Prepares for the End of Roe

Should Roe v. Wade be overturned, the clinic must stop all abortion procedures as soon as the ruling is public.

AG Kaul Calls Juneau County Killing a ‘Targeted’ Attack

AG says the suspect is believe to have targeted others.

Wisconsin DOJ Announces $36 Million in Loan Discharge for more than 3,000 Wisconsinites who Attended Corinthian Colleges, Inc.

June 2, 2022

Gableman Election Review $220,500 Over Budget

Partisan election review has cost taxpayers nearly $900,000, largely due to lawsuits.

Kaul Announces State Sex Assault Kits Tracking System

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

Rep. Deb Andraca Ran To Change Gun Laws

Recent mass shootings a reminder that gun control laws have gone nowhere in Wisconsin.

State Democrats Push Gun Restrictions After Texas Shootings

Kaul calls for law requiring background checks and preventing sale of 'ghost guns.'

AG Kaul Announces Launch of Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System for Victims

May 25, 2022

Godlewski Crafts ‘Common Sense’ Campaign

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate stresses ‘kitchen table’ issues and abortion rights.

AG Kaul Announces $19.2 Million Agreement with Ford Motor Company for False Advertising of Fuel-Efficiency, Payload Capacity

May 24, 2022

Wisconsin Justice Blasts ‘Dangerous Loophole’ for Concealed Carry

Current law allows some with history of domestic violence to carry a concealed weapon.

Officials Should Oppose Health Care Merger

Merger of Advocate Aurora and Atrium Health won't improve care but will increase prices.

Democrats File Suit Against State Republicans Who Posed As Electors

Lawsuit argues actions of false presidential electors led to Jan. 6 insurrection.

Clergy and Faith Leader Initiative Child Sexual Assault Case Charged in Douglas County

Anyone with information on clergy or faith leader abuse is encouraged to report it at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620

AG Kaul Announces Distribution of 975,000 Child ID Kits Across Wisconsin

May 17, 2022

Gwen Moore Discusses Her Abortion

One of few woman in Congress to talk frankly about the days before Roe, an era that may soon return.

Will Abortion Issue Drive Election Turnout?

Democrats link it with same-sex issue, push turnout, could be key issue in races for governor, attorney general.

GOP Group In D.C. Targets Josh Kaul

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

AG Kaul Announces Appointment of Division of Law Enforcement Services Administrator Steven Wagner

May 13, 2022

Judge Rules Against Law Giving Legislators Power Over Attorney General Settlements

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

DOJ Releases Police Use-of-Force Data

Information from 96% of state’s law enforcement agencies shows how and when force used.

AG Kaul Announces New Use of Force and Arrest-Related Death Data Dashboard

96% of Wisconsin Law Enforcement Agencies Reporting, Covering 99.9% of Wisconsin’s Population

State Has About 6,400 Abortions Per Year

State’s rate per live births, just half that of the nation, may reflect restrictive laws.

WI DOJ Secures $2,370,000 for Wisconsin Consumers Deceived by Turbo Tax

Wisconsin Joins All 50 States in Agreement with TurboTax Owner Intuit for Deceiving Low-Income Americans into Paying for Free Tax Services

Kaul Says State’s 1849 Abortion Ban May Not Be Enforceable

Predicts lawsuits and says Department of Justice won’t enforce ban.

Gov. Evers Leads Coalition of 17 Governors in Calling for Immediate Action to Protect Reproductive Rights

As U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, governors call for swift passage of Women’s Health Protection Act

The 161 Executive Orders of Gov. Evers

Seizing a way to dramatize his political philosophy, and giving opponents campaign issues.

Tim Michels Is No Political ‘Outsider’

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

Who Is Conducting Gableman’s Investigation?

Private lawyer and partisan group heavily involved in taxpayer funded election probe.

AG Kaul Supports Benefits for Public Safety Officers, Family Affected by Work-Related PTSD

April 25, 2022

Doug La Follette Faces Primary Challenge for Secretary of State

Alexia Sabor, Chair of Dane County Democratic Party, running for Secretary of State.

State Clergy Abuse Probe Reports Results

200 reports, more than 150 people accused, 1 criminal case, other prosecutions possible, Kaul says.

AG Kaul Releases Update in Advance of One-Year Anniversary of Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative

Over 200 completed reports of over 150 abusers, 51 reporting for the first time

Fight Over Pollution Lawsuits Continues

Three settlements okayed but GOP legislators and Attorney General war over who gets money awarded.

AG Josh Kaul Pushes Public Safety Legislation

Kaul calls for passage of bill providing $115 million for crime prevention, gun control.

AG Kaul Releases 2021 Annual Crime Lab Report

Despite impacts of COVID-19, crime labs well positioned for the future

AG Kaul Applauds EPA for Plan to Reaffirm Mercury and Air Toxics Standards

Comments Support EPA’s Plan to Reverse the Trump Administration’s Illegal Finding Against Regulating Toxic Air Pollution from Power Plants

Judge Ends Search for Deleted Emails, Texts From Vos’ Phone

Assembly Speaker has turned over almost 20,000 deleted emails from his state account, attorney says.

Report Details Opioid Addiction Solutions

After listening sessions, WI Department of Health Services recommends expanded treatment and attention to root causes.

AG Kaul, DATCP Announce Enforcement Action Against Extended Vehicle Warranty Telemarketer

April 4, 2022

Peshtigo Residents Seek Superfund Designation for PFAS Pollution

Residents send petition to EPA after two of six city wells shut down for high PFAS levels.

Democrats Fail Farmers During National Agriculture Week

Lead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges

But investigation confirms program was mismanaged.

DOJ Prosecutors Making Significant Impact on Drug Cases in Wisconsin

AG Kaul Releases Drug Prosecutor Report, Calls for Extension of HOPE Policy Positions

Legal Battle Over Gableman Subpoenas Drags On

Gableman's partisan election review will continue until subpoena lawsuits resolved.

AG Kaul Calls on EPA to Strengthen Protections Against Childhood Lead Poisoning

March 17, 2022

Evers Gives Milwaukee $20 Million for Public Safety

Majority of ARPA funding to county will go toward court system's case backlog.

Kaul Sues Companies On Forever Chemicals

AG seeks monetary damages, cleanup by Johnson Controls, Tyco for PFAS pollution in Marinette.

AG Kaul Files Lawsuit Against Johnson Controls, Inc. and Tyco Fire Products for PFAS Violations

March 14, 2022

State Supreme Court Hears Natural Resources Board Case

Former chair Fred Prehn refuses to vacate his seat on the board.

Fentanyl Drives Record Overdoses in 2021

Milwaukee County Medical Examiner reported 643 drug overdoses in 2021.

AG Kaul announces environmental judgment requiring Wisconsin Veneer and Plywood, Inc. pay a $75,000 penalty

March 7, 2022

Gableman Report About ‘Vibes and Feelings’

Inflammatory 136-page report offers no new information on 2020 election, experts say.

AG Kaul Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Redistricting Decision

March 3, 2022

Jury Finds Fond du Lac Man Guilty in Homicide Case

March 2, 2022

AG Kaul and DATCP Alert Consumers Impacted by Massive 2021 T-Mobile Data Breach to Protect Their Personal Information

March 2, 2022

The Gableman Conspiracy ‘Circus’

Offers hours of conspiracy-laden testimony and new report pushing to decertify 2020 election which Republican calls illegal, a ‘fool’s errand.'

State Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits

Bill passes Assembly and Senate. It also protects manufacturers.

AG Kaul Urges Federal Trade Commission to Create Robust Rule Outlawing Impersonation Scams

February 24, 2022

AG Kaul Issues Statement on Assembly Joint Resolution 107

February 15, 2022

Republicans Push Wiretapping Bill

More aggressive intercepting of social media than federal law permits, ACLU charges.

Kaul, Planned Parenthood Oppose Abortion Ban

GOP bill almost identical to restrictive 6-week abortion ban passed in Texas.

AG Kaul announces environmental judgment requiring Gage Marine Corporation pay a $25,000 penalty

February 9, 2022

AG Kaul Celebrates ICAC Accomplishments on Safer Internet Day

February 8, 2022

Supreme Court Denies Kleefisch Election Lawsuit

4-3 ruling rejects challenge to absentee ballot boxes by Republican candidate for governor.

AG Kaul Announces $2 Million Agreement with Hayat Pharmacy

February 4, 2022

Wood County Man Charged with Child Sexual Assault in Connection to Clergy and Faith Leader Initiative

Survivors are still encouraged to report abuse at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620