Content referencing Robert Rasmus
Frac Sand Mining Rebounds in Wisconsin
Industry in decline in state since 2020, but one company now sees soaring sales.
Nov 19th, 2022 by Isiah HolmesCampaign Cash
Big Republican Donor Sued for Polluting
Trempealeau County residents sue frac sand mining company for air, water, noise pollution.
May 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignCampaign Cash
The State’s Top 20 Fat Cat Donors
All gave $100,00 and more to state politicians, mostly to Republicans.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignCampaign Cash
GOP Donor Gets No Fine for Polluting
No fine from DNR, citing “emergency" for sand mine owner Hi-Crush Proppants, a $340,000 donor.
Oct 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignCampaign Cash
State Investigating Big Walker Donor
The sand mining company dumped 10 million gallons of sludge into Trempealeau River.
May 24th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignCampaign Cash
34% of Walker Donations From Outside State
Analysis of his 2017 fundraising shows 31 people gave $20,000 each.
Jul 27th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign