Politics
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Eric Hovde’s brother spends $1M on super PAC attacking Tammy Baldwin
A super PAC that has spent more than $220,000 on digital ads this month attacking Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin as a “career politician” is almost entirely funded by the brother of Republican challenger Eric Hovde.
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Green Bay alder will assume office following recount
Joey Prestley can immediately begin serving on city committees. He will be formally sworn in at the next council meeting on May 7.
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Property owners look to cash in during the RNC in Milwaukee
The Republican National Convention, which will take place July 15-18, is expected to draw 50,000 visitors to the city. Hotels from Janesville to Sheboygan to Madison will likely be booked solid.
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Investigation into China’s unfair trade practices supports Wisconsin shipbuilding
A new federal investigation into China’s alleged unfair shipbuilding practices is the first step toward standing up to China and protecting the industry in Wisconsin.
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Waukesha DA won’t pursue charges against Brandtjen
Waukesha County District Attorney Susan Opper says she won’t pursue criminal charges against state Rep. Janel Brandtjen, a Menomonee Falls Republican who allegedly violated campaign finance laws to support the primary opponent of Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
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Gallagher delays exit from Congress to support foreign aid package
Wisconsin Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher is delaying his resignation from Congress in order to support a foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
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Voter opinions on immigration and deportation have changed. Republicans hope to benefit.
As Republicans continue to hammer President Joe Biden on immigration and border security, new polling from the Marquette University Law School shows it may be resonating with more voters.
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Report: Wisconsin’s debt is lowest in at least 25 years
The reduction in debt could allow the state to borrow money to fund infrastructure projects like roads, bridges and buildings. It also helps the state improve its credit rating so it can borrow at lower interest rates.
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Democrat Peter Barca announces bid for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District
Democrat Peter Barca, a former state representative who served in Congress 30 years ago, announced a new congressional run Thursday.
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Wisconsin Legislature sues Evers, DPI over reading bill
The Wisconsin Legislature is suing Gov. Tony Evers and the Department of Public Instruction over literacy legislation passed last summer.