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Wisconsin GOP Doubles Down On Anti-Trans Messaging For 2026 Races
From the convention stage to press releases, Republicans spotlight trans youth in attack lines.
May 29th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
The Trump Effect on Wisconsin
The Republican Party has become the Trump party. Polls suggest it's a minority party.
May 28th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Outside Money Jumps Into Crowded Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary
New TV ad buys back Sara Rodriguez and David Crowley as most Democratic voters remain undecided.
May 28th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Ex-Trump Attorney Troupis Seeks $3.2 Million from ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
James Troupis faces felony charges of forgery for his role in 2020 fake elector plot.
May 27th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Tom Tiffany’s On a Roll. It’s Not Good
And Francesca Hong stumbles badly in CNN story.
May 27th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Tom Tiffany Stands by Criticisms of Failed Wisconsin Tax Cut Deal
Republican candidate for governor sticks to stand despite poll showing big support for deal.
May 27th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Marquette Poll Finds 80% in State Favored Failed Tax Cut Deal
69% favored it even if it would cause budget deficit. Legislature defeated tax cut-school aid plan.
May 26th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Republicans Have Plan to Win in November
Top officials outlined their game plan; it's about key issues and striking first.
May 25th, 2026 by Steven Walters
FBI Wants to Interview Milwaukee Police Officers Related to 2020 Election
Investigation tied to absentee ballot counting.
May 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Asks Tom Tiffany To Stop ‘Pandering to Dishonesty’ on Elections
Open letter includes an invitation to tour city's election systems, meet with officials.
May 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Led By Tom Tiffany, False Election Claims Still Pushed in Wisconsin
Tiffany supports FBI probe of 2020 election. Bipartisan Democracy Defense Project criticizes it.
May 20th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin Republicans Seek Younger Voters
Urgent appeals by old guard at state convention. Polls show age 18-29 voters favor Democrats.
May 19th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Evers Says School Leaders ‘Beside Themselves’ at Failure of Funding Deal
Governor said he was assured of Republican support, which Tiffany helped peel away.
May 18th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Why Legislature Killed Tax Cut, School Aid Plan
Why did Democrats abandon Gov. Evers, joining key Republicans who rebelled?
May 18th, 2026 by Steven Walters
This Photo Hurt Mandela Barnes in 2022, But Public Opinion Has Shifted
His views on ICE hurt Barnes against Ron Johnson, but may help in governor's race.
May 17th, 2026 by Peter Cameron
Tiffany Warns That Wisconsin Could Turn Into Minnesota
Speeches at state Republican convention paint Democrats as 'radicals' and 'socialists.'
May 17th, 2026 by Henry Redman
WI Assembly Democratic Leader ‘Optimistic’ About Big Wins In November
Why party could score a trifecta, winning both houses of Legislature and governor's race.
May 17th, 2026 by Henry Redman
The Questions Wisconsin Reporters Are Not Asking Tom Tiffany
An election denier could be the GOP nominee for governor, yet basic accountability questions remain untouched.
May 15th, 2026 by Bill Christofferson
Can Trump And A Political Dynasty Still Pick A Northwoods Congressman?
Sean Duffy’s son-in-law has money and marquee backing, but local Republicans are pushing back hard.
May 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Senate Sinks Bipartisan Tax And School Funding Deal
Evers, Vos and LeMahieu’s retirement-year compromise unravels amid revolt and 2026 politics.
May 14th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson and Rich Kremer
Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal
'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.
May 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
The Riches of Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation
Led by Sen. Ron Johnson, worth $64.9 million, half of 10 members are millionaires.
May 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Tiffany, Republicans Look Terrible on Gas Prices
Trump, Sean Duffy, entire party getting killed on issue that’s critical to their voters.
May 11th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Looms Over Wisconsin Republicans’ Annual Convention
84% of WI Republicans approve of president despite his negative impact on state elections.
May 11th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Tommy Thompson Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor
Thompson's announcement ends any speculation he might run for governor in 2026.
May 9th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Lawsuit Seeks to Block Food Truck Curfew
The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty argues city's food truck curfew is unconstitutional.
May 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Tony Evers Revived Commutations; What Will Wisconsin’s Next Governor Do?
Most Democratic candidates support it. Barnes excludes those convicted of murder.
May 5th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Journal Sentinel Swallows Disinformation?
An LOL 'leaked memo.' And the Tiffany campaign's cleverness.
May 4th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Would Let Wisconsin Blame Other States For Its Smog Problem
GOP lawmakers say Illinois and Indiana drive ozone levels; critics say air will not get cleaner here.
May 1st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
The Inside Story of Democratic Race for Governor
Was a white centrist male candidate seen as the solution?
Apr 30th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Most Democratic Governor Candidates Support Evers’ Commutations Policy
But not Mandela Barnes. Republican Tom Tiffany also opposed.
Apr 27th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Candidates Tout Endorsements as WI Primary Season Heats Up
Will support from Trump, teachers union or controversial congresswoman help or hurt?
Apr 27th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
County HR Director Resigns After Health Care Scandal
Margo Franklin was at center of controversy that rocked Crowley's campaign for governor.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
State’s Utilities Running Scared
After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Cooke Builds Cash Edge On Van Orden As Democrats Target GOP House Majority
Eau Claire Democrat ends quarter with more money in the bank in state’s most expensive House race this cycle.
Apr 17th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wealthy U.S. Rep. Wied Is a Busy Stock Trader
His most recent report lists 25 transactions. Bipartisan bill would ban practice.
Apr 16th, 2026 by Annie Pulley
Union Members, Activists Slam Tiffany Over Healthcare and Tax Breaks
Protest at Republican party's office charges its candidate for governor 'loves billionaires.'
Apr 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Port Washington Passes Referendum On Data Center Deals
Requires voter approval for development incentives of $10 million or more.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
WI Delegation Reacts to Trump Threatening ‘Whole Civilization’ of Iran
'I do not want to see us blowing up civilian infrastructure,' Sen. Ron Johnson says.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Evers Revives Commutations, Pressures GOP On Broader Prison Reforms
With prisons overcrowded, the governor urges lawmakers to act while he restarts reviews on his own.
Apr 3rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Poll Shows Taylor Leads Lazar in WI Supreme Court Race
Democrats more excited about voting in April. But many voters haven't made a choice.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Utilities in Wisconsin Pile Up Profits
Average U.S utility has 15% profit margin. This could be key issue in race for governor.
Mar 18th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
The Surprising Campaign of Rep. Francesca Hong
Her dark horse campaign is biggest surprise in Democratic primary for governor.
Mar 9th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Administration Investigating WI School District’s Gender Policy
Alleges that New Richmond School District's bathroom policy is unlawful.
Mar 8th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Congressional Delegation Reacts to Attack on Iran
Democrats call Trump's decision to wage war illegal, Republicans defend president.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
JD Vance Stumps for Derrick Van Orden, Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin Visit
The vice president touted economic prosperity under President Trump.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Hong, Barnes Lead Democratic Primary for Governor In New Poll
Marquette poll shows most voters undecided, with Taylor leading Lazar for high court.
Feb 25th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Four Candidates for Tiffany’s House Seat Lived Outside District or State
Including three Republicans, one Democrat. Should voters care about 'carpetbagging'?
Feb 24th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Bondi Backs Tiffany’s Call to Make Tribe Repay Town in Northwoods Tiff
Lac du Flambeau tribe says road access payments were lawful, blasts Tiffany.
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Could Democrats Sweep Wisconsin Legislature?
Republicans were expected to hold Assembly, but top analyst calls it ‘a tossup.’
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Bryan Steil Becomes Leading Election Denier
The Republican congressman voted to uphold Trump’s 2020 defeat. What happened?
Feb 19th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Uihleins Shuttled In Workers From Mexico
Billionaires supported Trump's anti-immigration stance while using Mexican workers.
Feb 16th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor
Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.
Feb 16th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Vos Backs Off Demand to Repeal Evers’ 400-Year Veto
Move could advance Republican negotiations with governor on property tax relief.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
The Legislature’s Revolving Door
Lots of turnover of legislators in both parties. Why?
Feb 9th, 2026 by Steven Walters
‘Lipstick on a Pig,’ Board Passes Health Contract After Process Failure
Supervisors say they had little choice but to approve a flawed health insurance agreement.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Democratic Challenger Rebecca Cooke Outraises US Rep. Derrick Van Orden
But Republicans awash in money in 1st and 7th congressional districts.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Will County Financial Screwup Affect Governor’s Race?
Opponents now attacking David Crowley for his handling of the situation.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
After Trump Weighs In, Josh Schoemann Drops Out of Governor’s Race
The Washington County executive announced his decision the day after President Trump endorsed his opponent.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Tom Tiffany’s Terrible Day
His press conference was supposed to be about taxes. How did it go so terribly wrong?
Jan 28th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
President Trump Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor
Trump also endorsed Michael Alfonso, Sean Duffy's son-in-law, to replace Tiffany in Congress.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
GOP Silence Is Deafening on Shooting of Alex Pretti
Wisconsin members of Congress afraid to address ICE killing of a native son?
Jan 26th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts
Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone
The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Tiffany’s Donation from College Republicans Looks Smelly
How Republicans did an end-run around two different prohibitions.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations
How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race
Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Republicans Mix Up Black Candidates for WI Governor
Post on X criticizing Mandela Barnes runs photo of David Crowley.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?
Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'
Jan 13th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin’s State Building Footprint Has Shrunk by 10%
All since 2021. Should that continue? Candidates for governor weigh in.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Packers TV Broadcasts At Issue in Governor’s Race
Barnes blasts broadcast blackout in much of state and Tiffany's stand.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders
From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race
It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.
Jan 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Did Tom Tiffany Lie About Venezuela?
Leads WI Republicans making blatantly false claims. Grothman doubtful.
Jan 5th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
Should Wisconsin’s Republican Congressmen Be ‘Terrified’?
Even gerrymandered districts could be at risk in 2026 election.
Dec 30th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues
Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority
'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Planes, Highways and Outer Space Keep Duffy Busy
The busy life of the Wisconsin-born Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Steven Walters
After Dugan Verdict Comes Politics and Courthouse Uncertainty
Milwaukee judge has become national symbol of clash over ICE arrests.
Dec 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Gray Wolf Protections in Jeopardy as House Passes Delisting Bill
Backed by Wisconsin’s GOP delegation, the measure would shift control to states, with critics warning wolves could be hunted and trapped back toward extinction.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Wisconsin Candidates Decry Money in Politics, Plan to Raise Tons of It
2015 state law with 'billionaires' loophole' has transformed Wisconsin elections.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026
Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.
Dec 7th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor
Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Council Narrowly Approves New Police Contract
Several members raise objections to provisions in and out of the deal.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
9 Winning Issues For Democrats
Trump and Republicans seek 80/20 issues to run on. Should Wisconsin Democrats do the same?
Nov 20th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Health Care a Top Issue for Sara Rodriguez in Governors Race
Wisconsin's Lt. Governor, a Democrat, is a former nurse and CDC health official.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Fred Clark Thinks He Can Flip Tiffany’s Congressional Seat
Conservationist and lumber industry veteran knows northern district well.
Nov 10th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum
Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.
Nov 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Ron Johnson Flips Position on Ending Senate Filibuster
In 2022, Johnson accused Democrats trying to eliminate filibuster of wanting 'absolute power.'
Nov 6th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Superintendent Jill Underly Makes Changes on Sexual Misconduct
Legislative committee grills her on handling of 'sexual grooming' by teachers.
Nov 5th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
7th Congressional District Race Filling Up
One year before mid-terms 3 Republicans, 2 Democrats running for open seat.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Tom Tiffany Is a Leading Election Denier
His brazen attempts to overturn a legal election shadow his run for governor.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race
An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
