U.S. Rep. Pocan: Issues statement on impeachment inquiry

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) today released the following statement on the Speaker’s announcement regarding the impeachment inquiry. “The president not only broke the law by asking a foreign government to attack a political opponent, threatening foreign aid in the process–but this time he admitted to his actions. These actions are a clear signal to people across the country, the president has violated his oath of office and the time is long overdue for Congress to act on impeachment now.”

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Task force calls for grants to suicide prevention groups, training for firearms retailers, range staff

The Speaker’s Task Force on Suicide Prevention is recommending legislation that would provide grants to groups that train staff at a firearm retailer or range how to avoid selling or renting guns to someone who is suicidal. Another bill would include $500,000 in grants every two years to groups, including municipalities, for suicide prevention programming that could include buying trigger locks and firearm locks, lockboxes and safes, according to a copy of the overview obtained by WisPolitics.com. But the committee’s interim report doesn’t include any new restrictions on gun ownership or access as called for by some Dems. Altogether, the

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TUE PM Update: Evers casts doubt on Fitzgerald’s call for new tax cuts

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers today cast doubts on a call from Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald for a new round of tax cuts, saying it was a politically motivated suggestion as the Juneau Republican launches his campaign for the 5th CD. Fitzgerald said on “UpFront” he’d like to pass another tax cut if January revenue estimates come in… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me  

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WisPolitics Midday – September 24, 2019

On today’s WisPolitics Midday, sponsored by Spectrum: Gov. Evers’ call for a Special Election on a Monday prompts GOP leader to cry foul. Jason Church launches Republican Congressional bid. Speaker Vos indicates new tax cut possible if new State revenues allow.  

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Kreitlow campaign: Statement on 7th CD

Statement from Pat Kreitlow: Running for Congress in 2012 was one the most exhilarating experiences of my life, and I’m forever grateful to those who worked so hard to overcome a map that was rigged to protect Sean Duffy from me in his first bid for re-election. In the years since, I have enjoyed several new adventures, and I have been making plans for chapters yet to be written and shared. I have decided that my path need not be disrupted by Sean Duffy’s personal circumstances and/or political calculations. I am enjoying my current roles which allow me to be

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TUE News Summary: Evers sets Jan. 27 for 7th CD special election; Republican Church enters 7th CD race

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Issues statement on impeachment inquiry

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) today released the following statement on the Speaker’s announcement regarding the impeachment inquiry. “The president not only broke the law by asking a foreign government to attack a political opponent, threatening foreign aid in the process–but this time he admitted to his actions. These actions

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WisPolitics Midday – September 24, 2019

On today’s WisPolitics Midday, sponsored by Spectrum: Gov. Evers’ call for a Special Election on a Monday prompts GOP leader to cry foul. Jason Church launches Republican Congressional bid. Speaker Vos indicates new tax cut possible if new State revenues allow.  

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Kreitlow campaign: Statement on 7th CD

Statement from Pat Kreitlow: Running for Congress in 2012 was one the most exhilarating experiences of my life, and I’m forever grateful to those who worked so hard to overcome a map that was rigged to protect Sean Duffy from me in his first bid for re-election. In the years

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