Politics

Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Additions to Administration Team

Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Additions to Administration Team

"The team members we are announcing today will help our administration connect the dots on important issues facing our state."

Bob Peterson turns in 3,000 nomination signatures for citywide school board race

Bob Peterson turns in 3,000 nomination signatures for citywide school board race

The 3,000 total is double the required amount of 1,500 signatures.

Governor Walker Appoints Paul Dedinsky to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge

Governor Walker Appoints Paul Dedinsky to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge

Paul Dedinsky has over 25 years of legal practice including over 20 years serving as a prosecutor in Milwaukee County from 1997-2017.

Governor Walker Appoints Daniel Gabler to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge

Governor Walker Appoints Daniel Gabler to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge

Gabler is an active member of the Federalist Society, the Wisconsin Bar Association, and the Milwaukee Bar Association.

Rep. Moore Statement on the #TrumpShutdown

Rep. Moore Statement on the #TrumpShutdown

"President Trump’s tantrums have forced the nation into political and economic chaos."

Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald Releases Statement on Latest Evers Administration Appointments

Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald Releases Statement on Latest Evers Administration Appointments

"I have heard serious concerns over the governor-elect appointing a provocative figure to head the Department of Transportation who is a long-time advocate for special interests."

Governor-elect Evers Announces Additional Cabinet Appointments

Governor-elect Evers Announces Additional Cabinet Appointments

"As Governor, my focus will always be the people of our state, and a key part of that is bringing together a cabinet that shares my goal of solving problems rather than picking political fights."

WILL Asks Supreme Court to Rule War Memorial Cross Constitutional

WILL Asks Supreme Court to Rule War Memorial Cross Constitutional

Amicus argues cross does not violate the Establishment Clause.

Rep. Moore Fights to Re-Enfranchise Incarcerated Americans

Rep. Moore Fights to Re-Enfranchise Incarcerated Americans

"The freedom to vote and the power to have our voices heard is a fundamental tenet of our democracy."

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Pushing Health Insurance Plans that Weaken Pre-Existing Condition Protections

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Pushing Health Insurance Plans that Weaken Pre-Existing Condition Protections

New Administration guidance encourages states to promote “junk” health plans that lack protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions and would increase costs for millions of Americans

Sensenbrenner’s Second Chance Reauthorization Act Sent to President’s Desk as Part of Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Package

Sensenbrenner’s Second Chance Reauthorization Act Sent to President’s Desk as Part of Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Package

"Republicans and Democrats coming together to pass criminal justice reform is a monumental victory for the American people..."

Governor Walker Announces the State Ended Fiscal Year 2017-18 with a $588.5 Million Surplus

Governor Walker Announces the State Ended Fiscal Year 2017-18 with a $588.5 Million Surplus

State to enter fiscal year 2018-19 with the second-largest opening balance since 2000