U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on PACT Act
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson released the following statement after voting against cloture on the motion to concur for the PACT Act. “I support providing coverage to service members affected by burn pit exposure. Unfortunately, the bill
Toney campaign: Law enforcement’s choice for AG launches advertisement
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Eric Toney, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, today released the following statement following the rollout of his newest radio ad: “Wisconsin is experiencing historic levels of crime and
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on CHIPS-Plus vote
WASHINGTON. – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Commerce Committee and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement regarding his no vote on the CHIPS-Plus bill. “At a forty year high of
U.S. Rep. Kind: Votes for bipartisan legislation to expand telehealth services
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Advancing Telehealth Beyond COVID-19 Act. This legislation would extend through December 31, 2024 critical telehealth policies implemented during the pandemic to make it easier for individuals to access remote care and other emerging health
American Red Cross: Blood and platelet donors needed now to help prevent a seasonal blood shortage
MADISON, Wis. (July 27, 2022) — Just as most cars need to be refueled constantly, so does the nation’s blood supply. The American Red Cross has faced a concerning drop in blood and platelet donations this summer. Donors are needed to make
WisDems: Mike Pence pours lighter fluid onto a blazing dumpster fire
MADISON, Wis. — The Republican gubernatorial primary is now officially caught in the crossfire between Donald Trump and Mike Pence. With Mike Pence’s endorsement of Rebecca Kleefisch today, the primary is getting even messier. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following
Hy-Vee: Top leader evolves leadership roles
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (July 27, 2022) — Today, Hy-Vee Chairman and CEO Randy Edeker named Aaron Wiese as Hy-Vee’s next CEO, effective Oct. 1, 2022. Wiese is currently vice chairman of Hy-Vee, Inc. and president of the company’s supply chain
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Calls for transparency and compliance from federal agencies
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, called on federal agencies to be transparent and comply with congressional oversight during a hearing with Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), Chairman of the Permanent
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Cosponsors legislation to fight discrimination from financial institutions
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined in introducing the Fair Access to Financial Services Act, a bill led by Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) to prohibit banks and other financial institutions from discrimination in providing goods or services on the basis
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Gallagher, Waltz urge Secretary Austin to reconsider DoD COVID vaccine mandate on National Guard
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ranking Member on Military Personnel Subcommittee, today joined Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Readiness Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) and forty-nine other representatives in sending a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin requesting the
WisDems: The fifth anniversary of the Walker-Kleefisch administration’s failure on Foxconn
MADISON, Wis. — Five years ago today, Foxconn took advantage of what was considered “the largest government handout to a foreign company ever given in America” and chose to locate a new factory in Wisconsin, which never materialized. Scott Walker and
Godlewski campaign: State Senator Lena Taylor endorses Sarah Godlewski
MADISON – Today, State Senator Lena Taylor announced her endorsement of Wisconsin State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski’s campaign for U.S. Senate. “Senator Lena Taylor’s exemplary leadership on behalf of her constituents sets the bar for elected officials, and I am deeply honored to earn
Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Launches revamped Balancing Act Tool to encourage public input in 2023 budget process
MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee County today launched a revamped version of the Balancing Act, an interactive online tool simulating the process to balance the 2023 budget. The new version of the tool is focused on giving residents a simple, interactive way to
Thomas More Society: Wisconsin underreporting of “no vote” guardianships allowed rampant voter abuse at nursing homes
(July 26, 2022 – Madison, Wisconsin) The investigation into Wisconsin nursing home voter abuse and election fraud continues and on July 26, 2022, Thomas More Society attorneys filed petitions for a writ of mandamus in the 13 counties (Brown, Crawford, Juneau,
WisDems: Ron Johnson calls bipartisan bill to address supply chain issues “stupid policy”
MADISON, Wis. – In a new interview today, Ron Johnson said the CHIPS Act, crucial bipartisan legislation that addresses supply chain issues and bolsters Wisconsin’s economy, was “stupid policy” and that he is “absolutely opposed to this CHIPS bill.” “Calling a common
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Points out conflicting CDC statements on surveillance of COVID-19 vaccine adverse events
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson sent a follow-up letter to Rochelle Walensky, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), demanding clarity on whether the agency performed sufficient surveillance of COVID-19 vaccine adverse events. Recent conflicting statements
Johnson campaign: Statement on Trump visit
OSHKOSH – Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) issued the following statement regarding former President Donald Trump’s announced visit to Waukesha: “Wisconsin will always welcome presidents of both parties. I hope former President Trump enjoys his time in our state and I’m
WisGOP: ICYMI – Tony Evers’ licensing agency continues to fail
[Madison, WI] – As Wisconsin’s workforce shortage persists, Tony Evers’ Department of Safety and Professional Services is failing to grant licenses to Wisconsin workers. As one staffing agency notes, “most of our candidates started the application for licensure months ago, successfully
Relph campaign: U.S. Sen. Johnson endorses Robert Relph
Relph is also endorsed by former Supreme Court Justice David Prosser and Lt. Gov. candidate Sen. Patrick Testin. U.S. Sen. Johnson and Robert had a private conversation on Saturday afternoon. Following the conversation, U.S. Sen. Johnson made the decision to
A Better Wisconsin Together: Applauds drop-box lawsuit on Disability Independence Day
MADISON, Wis. — Today is Disability Independence Day, a day to commemorate the July 26, 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This year, it’s also a day to uplift a federal lawsuit filed yesterday by four Wisconsin voters with