Politics

• 7 Candidates, 5 minutes each: Democrats make their pitch for governor
• Can a democratic trifecta happen? Party leaders say yes, highlight recent wins during the first day of the state convention
• Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick
• Huge ‘8647’ etched into grass on the National Mall, aerial images show
• US and Iran launch airstrikes after Trump blamed Tehran for downing Army helicopter
• Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts
• Minocqua Brewing Company owner fails to qualify for governor's race
• Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general
• Federal judge voids Trump’s $100,000 fee requirement for H-1B visas
• Federal judge strikes down Trump admin limits on asylum and immigration applications
• President Trump returning to Wisconsin, plans visit to Chippewa Falls to discuss agriculture
• House votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in remarkable rebuke
• Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’
• Supreme Court allows Alabama to use GOP-friendly map for midterms, cutting seat held by Black Democrat
• Legal counsel approved for Milwaukee Elections Commission in wake of FBI questioning
• Evers hopes lawmakers revisit failed tax relief plan as Trump prepares Wisconsin visit
• Trump administration signals to GOP congressional leaders it will back off $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
• President Trump to visit Wisconsin this Friday
• Congress weighs year-round E15 gas sales amid debate over costs and environmental impact
• Non-citizens, including refugees, will lose access to food stamps in Wisconsin on July 1
• As federal aid ends, Wisconsin childcare providers warn of closures and higher costs
• Wisconsin GOP Chairman Brian Schimming responds to some ousting calls during annual Republican convention
• Wisconsin Capitol divided after bipartisan deal dies
• Standstill at the Capitol as lawmakers debate bipartisan agreement. Will it pass? Verdict is still out
• Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis enters US House race, looks to unseat GOP Rep. Bryan Steil
• Lawmakers keep special session open to consider Governor Tony Evers ban on partisan gerrymandering
• Gov. Evers signs bill legalizing online sports betting
• Taylor, liberals take 5-2 SCOWIS majority with fourth straight state Supreme Court win
• Big races in Wisconsin's spring election Tuesday
• County Executive Crowley signs bill focused on battling climate change
• Despite nationwide struggle, Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport continues to operate smoothly
• New Marquette Law School Poll reveals voters undecided about state Supreme Court election, concerned about war in Iran
• People gather in Milwaukee's upper east side to protest Trump administration's blockade on Cuba
• Evers says he'll sign bill banning purchase of candy, soda with food stamps as part of 'compromise' with GOP
• Gov. Evers weighs in on odds of signing bill legalizing online sports betting
• Six Democratic candidates for governor meet voters in West Bend, take part in forum
• Sen. Baldwin visits Milwaukee manufacturer, discusses impact of tariffs
• Evers calls special session to ban gerrymandering, but top Dems won't say if they support it
• Wisconsin Army National Guard troops stationed in Middle East as operations continue in Iran
• 4 key takeaways as Evers addresses surplus, gerrymandering and a 'waste of a poll'
• JD Vance urges people to vote against 'crazy' Democrats in 2026 midterms during visit to Plover
• 10 Wisconsin-based businesses sue federal government, seek to recoup losses by tariffs imposed by Trump admin
• Proposal aims to raise minimum wage in Wisconsin
• State GOP leaders deliver property tax relief proposal to Evers that includes school and Foodshare funding, tax rebate plan
• Congressman Bryan Steil introduces bill that could reshape U.S. elections
• Amid concerns over an immigration crackdown in Milwaukee, local officials will decide how, when ICE officers can use county park land for staging
• 17 Republicans help pass 3-year extension for Affordable Care Act subsidies
• Doctor weighs in on Trump admin's update to alcohol consumption guidelines
• Health leaders still recommend child vaccines despite HHS changing vaccine schedule
• 'I am so happy': Venezuelans in Wisconsin react to former Pres. Maduro being detained
• 'About time!': Pres. Trump’s executive order reclassifying fentanyl praised by local mother
• Federal Transit Administration calls on MCTS to address fare evasion
• ‘I could be priced out’: Milwaukee chef says health care uncertainty puts his restaurants at risk
• New Marquette poll shows support for law abiding immigrants to have work permits in US
• Judge Hannah Dugan trial: On the eve of jury selection, a look ahead at the local case's national implications
• GOP leaders bench online sports betting bill amid conservative pushback
• Dems try to force vote on expanding Medicaid coverage for new moms
• Brad Schimel appointed interim US attorney for Eastern District of Wisconsin
• Despite progress on funding bill, air travel delays expected to continue even after government reopens
• Governor Evers defends decision to pay for FoodShare benefits amid government shutdown
• Supreme Court upholds same-sex marriage ruling by denying appeal
• Milwaukee fliers brace for more hours-long delays as FAA plans to cut flights amid staffing shortages
• What do Tuesday's elections signal for Wisconsin? Here are 3 takeaways from the Marquette Law Poll's director
• Gov. Evers signs executive order declaring state of emergency due to ongoing government shutdown and SNAP benefits ending
• Democrats in Wisconsin say health care premium costs would increase if Affordable Care Act tax credits expire
• Evers discusses government shutdown during Racine visit
• Wisconsin FoodShare program will run out of funding in 10 days; food banks prepare to ramp up
• Eric Toney announces candidacy for Wisconsin attorney general
• Will Martin announces candidacy for Wisconsin lieutenant governor
• Political expert: Effects of government shutdown may not be immediately felt
• Tiffany enters race for governor; GOP primary now at 3 candidates
• New bills propose drop box rules, counting absentee ballots a day early
• Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduces new act that would allow all Wisconsinites access to Packers game broadcasts
• 'It's unlikely that I'll endorse anybody': Governor Evers gives latest scoop on governor's race during ice cream tour
• Scott Walker not running for Wisconsin governor in 2026
• Rodriguez, Crowley are first Democratic candidates to enter governor's race
• Race for Wisconsin governor heats up, political experts share insight into upcoming election
• Sean Duffy announces new recreational aviation safety regulations during EAA AirVenture visit
• Federal funding pulled for Milwaukee's 6th Street reconstruction project
• Wisconsin abortion provider explains what’s next for practices after state Supreme Court ruling
• 37% of independents want Evers to run again. Is that bad? Depends who you ask
• New Marquette Law School poll reveals 55% of Wisconsinites don’t want Gov. Evers to seek reelection, analyzes school funding and more
• Little progress on Wisconsin's next state budget
• Republicans poised to cut UW funding in next budget
• After Minnesota shootings, increased security for Wisconsin Capitol sessions; lawmakers not commiting to long-term changes
• Sen. Baldwin, Reps. Moore, Pocan included on Minnesota shooter's list; Wisconsin lawmakers react to tragedy
• Milwaukee organizers prepare to join international "No Kings" rallies against Trump administration Saturday
• Republicans pass schools budget, tax cuts; Dems say special ed increase far from enough
• Milwaukee immigrant framed for threatening President Trump has bond set by judge
• Congresswoman Gwen Moore calls for release of man framed for threatening to kill President Trump
• Lawmakers propose tax credit to attract people relocating from LA and North Carolina after disasters
• Capitol Connection: No closer to finalizing state budget and reworking testing standards
• Wisconsin taking slower pace to pass budget, what's the holdup & why it matters
• Ron Johnson says he'll resist pressure on Trump's budget bill, talks Biden probe and MPS lead crisis
• Capitol Connection: 2026 campaign cycle heats up
• University leaders criticize efforts to reshape how students pay for college
• Wisconsin pursuing no tax on tips as federal government eyes similar cuts
• Randy Bryce 'Iron Stash' kicks off campaign against GOP Rep. Steil
• Capitol Connection: Governor Tony Evers and Wisconsin Republicans continue to butt heads over state budget
• Wisconsin Republicans try to confront party divisions, call for unity at state convention