U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on vote for defense spending amid Ukraine war
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released a statement on his vote to approve defense spending amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine: “Given current Congressional leadership, it is not surprising the Ukraine supplemental is
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin gains first direct commissioned cyber officer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Army National Guard gained a direct commission officer in a field of critical importance during a May 13 ceremony at Wisconsin’s Joint Force Headquarters in Madison. Capt. Robert Saffell received a rare direct commission from
Thomsen campaign: Statement on threats against lawmakers
[Fox Crossing, WI] – District 19 State Senate Candidate Andrew Thomsen today condemned the threats of violence against lawmakers. Thomsen said, “Any threat of physical or sexual violence towards a lawmaker or any citizen is unacceptable. Our community should not
Wisconsin Right to Life: Releases fourth round of endorsements for 2022 fall primary
The Wisconsin Right to Life Political Action Committee (PAC) is pleased to announce a fourth round of endorsements of candidates who have shown a commitment to upholding pro-life principals, and will be strong defenders of life if elected: Tim Michels
Rep. Kuglitsch: Resigning from the state Assembly
Contact: Rep. Mike Kuglitsch (608) 267-5158 Rep.Kuglitsch@legis.wi.gov New Berlin…Representative Mike Kuglitsch (R-New Berlin) announced earlier today he will be resigning from the State Assembly effective at 5pm on Thursday, May 19th. Rep. Kuglitsch released the following statement: “Since I am
Marquette University: U.S. Solicitor General to deliver commencement address for Marquette Law School
MILWAUKEE — Hon. Elizabeth B. Prelogar, Solicitor General of the United States, will serve as Commencement speaker for Marquette University Law School at its 2022 hooding and Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. Prelogar is the 48th
PSC: Awards more than $790,000 in Telemedicine Grants for 12 projects
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) awarded more than $790,000 in funding from the Medical Telecommunications Equipment Program, also known as the Telemedicine Grant Program. The funds will support 12 projects that will purchase medical
Wisconsin National Guard: Wisconsin soldiers compete among Midwest’s best in
CAMP RIPLEY, Minn. – Two Wisconsin Army National Guard Soldiers represented Wisconsin at the Region IV Best Warrior Competition held at Camp Ripley, Minnesota, May 11-15, finishing in second and third place for their categories. Sgt. Josiah Bell, a resident
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins U.S. Sen. Risch, colleagues in letter urging Taiwan’s inclusion in negotiations for the proposed Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF)
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined U.S. Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and 50 of their Senate colleagues in a bipartisan letter to
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Capito: Introduce bipartisan bill to improve palliative and hospice care
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) reintroduced the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA), a bipartisan bill to grow, improve and sustain the palliative and hospice care workforce to keep pace with patients’
Wreaths Across America: Mobile education exhibit national tour, will make stops in Wisconsin to honor veterans and supporters
WISCONSIN — May 19, 2022 — Wreaths Across America (WAA) is proud to announce that its Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE), will be making stops in Wisconsin to honor those who served and welcome home Vietnam veterans. “The goal of the Wreaths
Lasry campaign: Releases plan to invest in public safety to protect our communities
Milwaukee – Alex Lasry, Democratic candidate for the United States Senate, released his plan today to invest in public safety to protect Wisconsin communities in the wake of rising violent crime. In his detailed plan, Lasry highlights the need to
Toney campaign: Hits milestone of 100 law enforcement endorsements
[Fond du Lac, WI…] District Attorney Eric Toney’s campaign for attorney general today hit a milestone with the 100th law enforcement official backing the only candidate with Wisconsin prosecution experience. Racine County District Attorney Patricia Hanson announced her endorsement of Toney saying
WisDems: What they’re saying: Ahead of Wisconsin GOP convention, Wisconsinites reject the MAGA agenda
MADISON, Wis. – Ahead of the Wisconsin GOP’s state convention, the Party of Trump continues to push a dangerous and unpopular agenda that would raise taxes on almost one in three Wisconsinites, sunset Social Security and Medicare, and block access to abortion
Wisconsin Policy Forum: A fiscal paradox for Wisconsin schools: State austerity, federal largesse
Tight constraints on state and local revenue paired with an unprecedented stream of federal aid have created a fiscal paradox for Wisconsin’s two largest school districts — bolstering their near-term finances while leaving the future deeply uncertain, according to a
Main Street Alliance: Small businesses press lawmakers in D.C. for support
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Main Street Alliance (MSA) small business owners from across Wisconsin met with lawmakers in Washington, D.C., Wednesday. They voiced support for measures to rein in monopolies, improve our care economy, and invest in Main Street — including through
NRSC: The battle for the Democrat Party is over – the far left won
Washington, D.C. – A battle is being waged for the soul of the Democrat Party and one side has emerged victorious – the radical left-wing of the party. This morning, Sen. Joe Manchin was quoted as saying: “…Sen. Schumer has a pretty
UW-Madison: Names Glenda Gillaspy Dean of Agricultural and Life Sciences
MADISON — Plant scientist Glenda Gillaspy has been named the next dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She has been a professor of biochemistry in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Sen. Marklein: Accelerating road projects, an update on Lone Rock Bridge project
I recently met a constituent in Muscoda who wanted to know when the Lone Rock bridges on Hwy 130 would be replaced. He was disappointed that they weren’t done yet. I absolutely understand and share the frustration about this bridge
Wisconsin Voting Rights Coalition: To confront right-wing election forum, demand Republicans cease boter suppression attempts
KENOSHA – Local voters, community and faith leaders as part of a Wisconsin Voting Rights Coalition are set to protest outside the so-called Election Integrity Forum on Monday, May 23, condemning Forum participants and Republicans for using their influence to try to mislead