Scott Walker

Governor Walker Signs Bills to Create and Expand Outdoor Recreation, Attract Talent to Wisconsin, and Improve Medical Assistance

93 bills signed into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol

Rep. Neylon Issues Statement on Gov. Walker Signing Traveling Sports Physician and Robotics Bills

"Today Governor Walker signed a number of great bills into law, including two I authored."

Four state agencies poised to launch new marketing initiative as legislation authorizing $6.8 million for effort is signed into law

Campaign to focus on attracting veterans, Wisconsin alumni and millennials to the state

Robin Vos’s Title Loan Trip Troubles

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

The Future of the Great Lakes

Climate change, Foxconn, other issues could impact this huge reservoir of water.

Stronger Action Needed on Opioid Crisis

Walker turned down needed funds. More integrated, broad-ranging approach needed.

Leah Posts Nearly $600K Raised In First Quarter of 2018

Leah Raises Nearly 80% of Funds In-State, 95% of Donors From Wisconsin

How Will Health Care Changes Affect You?

Changes in Obamacare and BadgerCare leave questions, confusion for state residents.

Leah Attends Opioid Taskforce Meeting about Alternative Treatments to Pain

"Unfortunately the overprescription of painkillers has caused too many people to become addicted to opioids and leading them to a sometimes deadly level of drug use."

Walker Ranked 8th Least Popular Governor in Nation

New Morning Consult briefing shows Walker approval numbers underwater

Governor Walker Announces $7.68 million in Preliminary Broadband Expansion Grants to Connect 46 Rural Communities

Governor Walker also announces application process for next round of grants

Andy Gronik’s Response to Scott Walker’s Silence on the Importance of Immigration in Wisconsin

"Immigrants are our partners in Wisconsin and I’ll treat them with this kind of respect when I’m governor."

Ryan departure leaves Foxconn future in question

Foreign corporation had banked on special favors from Ryan, Priebus and Walker

Statement from Earnell Lucas, candidate for Milwaukee County Sheriff

"I am working to earn your trust and vote in August and November 2018, to become your next Milwaukee County Sheriff."

Voters Want Checks and Balances

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

Statement on Milwaukee County Sheriff Vacancy

Milwaukee County Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt will continue to serve as acting sheriff for the remainder of Sheriff Clarke’s term ending January 7, 2019.

Voters Okay 56 of 66 School Referendums

$566 million in spending approved on April ballot, mostly for new construction.

Governor Walker Signs Sara’s Law

Bill expands legal protections for guardians and attorneys in family law proceedings

City’s Evictions Far From Worst

New data on evictions shows a huge national problem with lessons for Milwaukee.

Walker Signs Vukmir Bill Battling Opioid Crisis

"This bill will push back against the destructive opioid crisis."

Scott Walker: The Pay Inequality Governor

While Wisconsin Women Earned Less Than Men, Walker and GOP Repealed State Equal Pay Law

Tommy Predicts Walker Could Lose Big

“President should not be a bully,” Thompson says, and that will hurt GOP.

Shilling statement on Gov. Walker latest attack on families

"Once again, Republicans are sticking it to working families, seniors and people with disabilities..."

Governor Walker Signs Landmark Welfare Reform Backed by AFP

"This law will make it easier for our neighbors who have fallen on hard times to get back on their feet and begin rebuilding their future," said Eric Bott.

Governor Walker Signs Wisconsin Works for Everyone Welfare Reform Plan

Welfare reform a key item on the Governor’s Ambitious Agenda for 2018

Kelda Roys Statement on Equal Pay Day

Progress for some - but not all - women in Wisconsin is not enough.

U.S. Department of Treasury Approves Governor Walker’s 120 Economic Opportunity Zone Designations

These zones cover more than 40 counties in rural, urban, and tribal areas.

Combating the Opioid Crisis: Governor Walker Signs Bipartisan Bills on Opioids into Law

All 30 bills signed by the Governor were created as a part of the HOPE (Heroin, Opiate, Prevention, and Education) Agenda.

Votes In 2018 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Were Most Partisan In Two Decades

Despite differing outcomes, ballot preferences echoed 2016 Presidential election.

Walker Gets $5.1 Million Boost

Republican Governors Association books $5.1 million of TV ads to support Gov. Walker's reelection.

Billions for Foxconn, Failure for Rural Wisconsin

Rural economic development bill passes Assembly 95 to 0, fails to get a vote in the Senate.

Pocan Slams Walker for Welcoming Trump’s ‘Aggressive Actions’ on Border Securit

"Sending members of the Wisconsin National Guard to militarize the border against unarmed men, women, and children is absurd."

Scott Walker’s RGA to Spend Scott Walker’s Steve Wynn Money for Scott Walker

‘All the Money in World Can’t Polish Scott Walker’s Atrocious Record for Women’

Why Walker Waved Red “Danger” Sign

He's experienced a wave election before, but that time it helped him.

Governor Walker Welcomes President Trump’s Aggressive Actions to Secure America’s Southern Border

Illegal flow of drugs across southern border is a threat to Wisconsin

Michele Doolan Ends Campaign for Governor, Endorses Matt Flynn

"I want to congratulate Michele and her team on a good campaign, and I am grateful for her support."

Gov. Walker’s Supreme Anger

He lashes out in frustration after Judge Dallet's high court victory, afraid a blue wave is heading his way.

Whose Campaign is Wisconsin Next PAC Working For?

Former Members of Scott Walker’s Campaign Team Running Ad for U.S. Senate Candidate Featuring … Scott Walker

Big Donations for Anti-Abortion Law

Walker and Republicans got more than $200,000 in donations.

Pocan Calls on Walker to Reject Trump’s Political Stunt to Send National Guard to the Border

Wisconsin National Guard should only be called upon to leave behind their jobs and families under truly serious and necessary circumstances

Should Walker Be Worried?

Does he face an unstoppable “blue wave”? Maybe.

New Law Restricts Civil Lawsuits

Backed by long list of special interests, led by mega-campaign donor WMC.

Scott Walker’s Republican Assembly Candidate Won’t Say He’s a Republican

‘No Wonder a Court Had to Force Walker to Hold the Election’

GOP’s Latest Attack on WI Women’s Health Care Becomes Law

The measure, cosponsored by U.S. Senate candidate Leah Vukmir, was signed into law yesterday by Gov. Scott Walker

Walker to Koch Brothers: Save me from ‘a #BlueWave’

Unable to buy or rig his party to victory, Walker lashes out at Wisconsin voters

Supporting Wisconsin’s Children and Families: Governor Walker to Sign 11 Bills to Improve Outcomes for Children in Foster Care

This legislative bill package was created by the 2017 Speaker’s Task Force on Foster Care.

Walker’s Plan to Break the Law

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

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

“Money Isn’t Everything” — Working Families Party Candidates Win Big in Milwaukee; Racine Elections

Winning Shea campaign outspent by Leadership MKE PAC nearly 10-1; pulls off upset

Gov. Scott Walker and Wisconsin Right Wing Lose in Electoral Earthquake

Progressives Take Open Wisconsin Supreme Court Seat for First Time Since 1995

Bipartisan Alternative Drug Treatment Program Signed Into Law

"This bill will help save lives, repair families in need, and is another important step in combatting drug addiction in Wisconsin."

Walker Signs Vukmir Bill to Stand with Israel

The new law prohibits state government and local municipalities from contracting with companies boycotting Israel.

Governor Walker Signs Bills on Improving Family Access to High-Quality Child Care, Creating Transitional Jobs Program for Wisconsin Veterans, and Increasing Funding for Watershed Protection Grants

Governor Walker signs 64 bills into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol

The Crisis of Our Democracy

Walker and Republicans have rigged the system to serve themselves, not the people.

How Foxconn Will Pollute Wisconsin

And why the company may get away with it.

AFP-WI Applauds Gov. Walker for Signing Civil Asset Forfeiture ReformLandmark reform protects constitutional liberties, strengthens rule of law

Landmark reform protects constitutional liberties, strengthens rule of law

Republican Governors Group Has State Clout

The DC-based association gets Wisconsin donors, gave $18 million to Walker’s three elections.

Court Race Replays Issues of 2011

Dallet vs Screnock a rerun of Kloppenburg vs Prosser for Supreme Court in 2011?

Governor Walker Announces $1.5 Million Available in Grants for TEACH Educational Technology Training for Teachers and Librarians

School districts and libraries encouraged to apply by May 4 deadline

Governor Walker Releases Statement on the Passing of Former Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager

"She was a dedicated and passionate public servant who became the first woman elected to serve as attorney general in Wisconsin history."

Governor Walker Signs Bipartisan Juvenile Justice Reform Bill into Law

"We are committed to improving long-term outcomes for juveniles and staff in our correctional facilities."

Speaker Vos Statement: Signing of the ‘Wisconsin Model’ for Juvenile Corrections Reform

“The reforms allow incarcerated youth to have access to the services and rehabilitation they need while in facilities closer to their homes and families.”

Shilling statement on Lincoln Hills

"I’m glad that we’re finally closing Lincoln Hills, but 2021 is still a long way off."

Governor Walker Welcomes 37 New Officers to the Wisconsin State Patrol in La Crosse

“We stand in support of all those who serve in uniform, including these 37 new State Patrol troopers and inspectors.”

Our Agenda for Wisconsin Is Working

Low taxes, low unemployment, plus a six-year freeze on UW tuition.

Bob Harlow Exits Race for Governor, Endorses Matt Flynn

"We're going to lead Wisconsin Forward again."

Governor Walker Announces 2018 Trailblazer Awards for Women in Business

17 Women Business Owners from Across Wisconsin to Receive Awards

Governor Walker Honors Wisconsin’s Vietnam Veterans

Proclaims March 29, 2018 as Vietnam Veterans Day in Wisconsin

Eliminating State Treasurer Could Undermine School Improvement Funds

Independently Elected Office Oversees School Trust Funds, Protecting Them From Budget Shenanigans

The Black-White Unemployment Gap

Black workers in state 3.5 times more likely to be unemployed.

Scott Walker’s Big Lie

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

Team Leah Statement on Special Elections

"The court’s demand for an election now when both seats will also be on the November ballot is unnecessary and duplicative," said spokesman Mattias Gugel.

After Three Separate Rulings, Governor Walker Reluctantly Calls Special Elections

"Today is a huge victory for voting rights and democracy."

Cost, meaning of special elections fully Gov. Walker’s responsibility

Elections for vacant seats could have taken place weeks ago

Big Polluters Are Big Campaign Donors

List of top polluting contributors is led by We Energies.

Governor Walker Calls Special Election for Senate District 1 and Assembly District 42

Circulation of nomination papers for candidates may begin today, March 29, 2018

Journal Sentinel Promotes Phony Foxconn “Report”

But it’s not a study, has no named author and is too flawed to qualify as news.

Hold the Damn Elections

"You have to have some kind of nerve to spend almost $1 billion over the last few weeks and then claim that elections cost too much."

Governor Walker Welcomes Wisconsin Boy Scouts to the State Capitol to Receive Annual Report

"Wisconsin’s Scouts are role models in our communities, serving as an example of hard work and dedication to public service."

GOP Pushing to Eliminate State Fiscal Watchdog As Gov. Scott Walker Goes on Election Year Spending Spree

Independently Elected Fiscal Watchdog Could be Lost

Scott Walker: A History of Broken Promises

"Wisconsin deserves better."

The Judge That Robin Vos Hates

Who is Judge Josann Reynolds, the Walker appointee who ruled he must hold special elections?

Michael Screnock Gets 38% of His Money From Republican Party; Dallet Gets 0% of Her Money From Democratic Party

Michael Screnock’s $345,000 Five Times What Any Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Has Taken From Any Political Party

GOP’s Favorite Sand Mining Company

Assembly Republicans have twice passed a bill exempting a Georgia company from state law.

Gov. Walker, GOP leaders call extraordinary session to avoid elections

Republicans prove government can indeed work efficiently when it serves them

Shilling statement on extraordinary session

"Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans are so desperate to maintain their grip on power that they are changing laws to silence voters."

Why Legislators Matter

And why Walker and Republicans should allow special elections for districts lacking them.

13 Issues for Walker, Legislators

Who won, who lost on 13 key issues in 2017-2018 legislative session?

Bill Restricts Civil Lawsuits

Backed by many special interests; statute of limitations for suits reduced from six to three years.

New Hotel on Van Buren?

Plus: New apartments near Bucks arena and new MU development.

Why Did MMAC Do Foxconn Study?

Maybe to help Republican candidates facing voters who don’t think Foxconn will help economy.

Koch-Backed Bill Guts Local Control

Bars local governments from setting many labor and employment rules.

Republicans will do anything to hold onto power

GOP retaliate following court ruling to uphold right to representation

Milwaukee Promise Zones effort vital to maximize State’s Economic Opportunity Zones

The Economic Opportunity Zones were created in the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

Statements from Wisconsin Democrats on the Republican Extraordinary Session

"Republicans are so fearful of the Wisconsin voters that they have publicly embarrassed themselves by calling a legislative session that is a clear attack on democracy just so they can avoid losing more special elections." - Martha Laning, Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin

Governor Walker Statement on Extraordinary Session

"It would be senseless to waste taxpayer money on special elections just weeks before voters go to the polls when the Legislature has concluded its business."

The Unique Candidacy of Mike McCabe

And why his campaign for governor is attracting an army of volunteers.

They’re Back: Big Corporate Special Interests Drop More Money on Michael Screnock’s State High Court Bid

Spending From Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce on Candidate Who Won’t Remove Himself From Cases Involving Big Donors Tops $1.3 Million Mark

Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for Rock County Judicial Vacancy

Legislators Pass Law to Benefit Landlords

Overturns city regulations on landlords, reduces tenant rights.