Fitzgerald: Dem-backed impeachment probe has Wisconsin Trump supporters ‘jazzed up’

Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said the Dem-backed impeachment probe has “jazzed up” supporters of President Trump in the state. “I don’t think there’s any two ways of looking at it,” the Juneau Republican said yesterday at a WisPolitics.com luncheon in Madison. “They are fired up, and they’re upset with what’s going on.” Fitzgerald, who is running to succeed U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner in Congress while managing the state Senate reelection campaigns, warned that Dems are “very close” to “a point where they can overplay their hand” as they investigate Trump and allegations he and associates worked to withhold aid

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Rep. Zimmerman: Wishes Ray Cross well

(Madison) Today, UW System President Ray Cross announced he will retire. Representative Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls) praised his service. “While I’m happy to see President Cross take a well-earned break, it’s a loss to the UW System and the state of Wisconsin” said Rep. Zimmerman. “Ray is a straight shooter who deftly managed to keep a lot of balls in the air while advocating for our great un… 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 *

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FRI REPORT: Cross draws praise following retirement announcement

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Cross draws praise following retirement announcement Rapid expansion of Wisconsin’s hemp industry puts pressure on regulators Review shows Duffy actively fundraised until resignation announcement Fitzgerald: Dem-backed impeachment probe has Wisconsin Trump supporters ‘jazzed up’ Moore confide… 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.

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Gov. Evers: Joins State Treasurer Godlewski for the Task Force on Retirement Security’s First Meeting

Contact: [email protected] or 608-219-7443   MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today joined State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski for the first meeting of the Governor’s Task Force on Retirement Security. The task force, created through Executive Order #45, is chaired by State Treasurer Godlewski and is tasked with developing strategies to educate Wisconsinites about the importance of saving for retirement and making tools to do so more accessible. “Too many Wisconsinites lack the tools they need to save for retirement and reach their financial goals,” Gov. Evers said. “This task force is going to be critically important for the future financial health of our state, the wellness

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WisPolitics Midday – October 24, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Sen Maj Ldr Scott Fitgerald says the hallmark of the fall legislative session will be the GOP “playing goalie” against Gov Evers’ legislative priorities. 2020 Dem National Convention Committee in Milwaukee announces leadership structure. Gov Evers announces appointments to climate change task force.

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Wisconsin Department of Health Services: Wisconsin addiction recovery helpline marks one year of service

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and the United Way of Wisconsin announced today that 5,594 people contacted The Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline during its first year of operation. This free and confidential service is managed by 211 Wisconsin under a contract with DHS. It connects individuals seeking help for challenges with alcohol, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, methamphetamine, prescription painkillers, and other drugs for themselves or a loved one to services in their community. “Too often people delay seeking treatment for a substance use challenge simply because they don’t know where to begin,” said DHS Secretary-designee Andrea Palm. “The Wisconsin

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Oct. 25

WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss Supreme Court arguments in a lame-duck suit, the latest results from the Marquette University Law School Poll and the political standoff over gun control measures.

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Gov. Evers: Statement on President Cross’ retirement

Contact: [email protected] or 608-219-7443 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross’ retirement announcement: “I want to thank Ray for his five years of leadership and service as president of our UW System. Ray has been a fierce advocate for kids and the pursuit of knowledge throughout his more than four decades of service in higher education. During his time at System, Ray saw higher education not just as a means of workforce development, but as an opportunity for public service and public good in a state that prides itself

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Moore confident Dem-controlled House will impeach Trump

U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, who sits on a committee seeking Donald Trump’s tax returns, is confident the Dem-dominated House will impeach the president. “Are people like my senator, (GOP) Sen. Ron Johnson, going to vote to stand up this democracy or are they going to vote to protect Donald Trump when it comes time to remove him?” the Milwaukee Dem told an Oct. 23 WisPolitics.com DC breakfast, referring to the Senate trial that would follow impeachment. “Because we are going to impeach him. I can assure you of that.” Moore said Trump has conducted a large number of impeachable offenses.

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Rep. Zimmerman: Wishes Ray Cross well

(Madison) Today, UW System President Ray Cross announced he will retire. Representative Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls) praised his service. “While I’m happy to see President Cross take a well-earned break, it’s a loss to the UW System and the state of Wisconsin” said Rep. Zimmerman. “Ray is a straight shooter

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FRI REPORT: Cross draws praise following retirement announcement

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Cross draws praise following retirement announcement Rapid expansion of Wisconsin’s hemp industry puts pressure on regulators Review shows Duffy actively fundraised until resignation announcement Fitzgerald: Dem-backed impeachment probe has Wisconsin Trump supporters ‘jazzed up’ Moore confide…

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Gov. Evers: Joins State Treasurer Godlewski for the Task Force on Retirement Security’s First Meeting

Contact: [email protected] or 608-219-7443   MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today joined State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski for the first meeting of the Governor’s Task Force on Retirement Security. The task force, created through Executive Order #45, is chaired by State Treasurer Godlewski and is tasked with developing strategies to educate Wisconsinites about the importance of

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WisPolitics Midday – October 24, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Sen Maj Ldr Scott Fitgerald says the hallmark of the fall legislative session will be the GOP “playing goalie” against Gov Evers’ legislative priorities. 2020 Dem National Convention Committee in Milwaukee announces leadership structure. Gov Evers announces appointments to climate

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Oct. 25

WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss Supreme Court arguments in a lame-duck suit, the latest results from the Marquette University Law School Poll and the political standoff over gun control measures.

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Moore confident Dem-controlled House will impeach Trump

U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, who sits on a committee seeking Donald Trump’s tax returns, is confident the Dem-dominated House will impeach the president. “Are people like my senator, (GOP) Sen. Ron Johnson, going to vote to stand up this democracy or are they going to vote to protect Donald Trump

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