"The time is now:" GOP pushes health bill through panels in marathon sessions
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Determined House Republicans won early victories Thursday, March 9th on divisive legislation to undo former President Barack Obama's health care law, winning approval in key committees after marathon all-night sessions despite Democratic protests and intense opposition from doctors and consumer groups.The GOP scored triumphs in the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce panels after lengthy debate, as the committees approved legislation to reshape the way millions of Americans pay for medical care, including abolishing the tax penalty Obama's statute imposes on people who don't purchase insurance.As his committees wrapped up work on the legislation favored by President Donald Trump, House Speaker Paul Ryan tried to close the deal with his party divided and some conservative in open revolt."This is the closest we will ever get to repealing and replacing Obamacare," Ryan declared at a press briefing where he appeared in shirt sleeves to walk reporters through a detailed presentation on the GOP legislation. "The time is here.
Speaker Paul Ryan defends GOP health care bill in face of opposition
WASHINGTON — Speaker Paul Ryan staunchly defended the House Republican health care plan Wednesday as the only alternative to the current Obama-era law, as he confronted forceful opposition from conservatives, medical professionals and others."This is the choice we face.
"Travel ban 2.0:" Milwaukee Muslims say new travel restrictions are still a Muslim ban
MILWAUKEE -- It may be a new executive order, but Milwaukee-area Muslims said President Donald Trump's latest attempt at border security still amounts to a Muslim ban.President Trump on Monday, March 6th signed the order restricting travel from six predominantly Muslim countries.
House GOP releases bill replacing Obama health care overhaul
WASHINGTON — House Republicans have released their long-awaited bill dismantling much of former President Barack Obama's health care overhaul.
Vice President Pence zeroes in on health care, economy during visit to Janesville
JANESVILLE — Vice President Mike Pence spoke to an invitation-only crowd of Blain's Farm and Fleet distribution center employees on Friday, March 4th.
"We've been presented with no evidence:" Speaker Paul Ryan, Senator Ron Johnson defend AG Jeff Sessions
MILWAUKEE -- Lawmakers were clamoring for Attorney General Jeff Sessions to recuse himself from an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Gov. Walker among group that met with Pres. Trump on Obamacare: "We're gonna fix the problems"
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Governor Scott Walker was among a group of governors visiting the White House on Monday, February 27th to meet with President Donald Trump.The focus of the meeting was the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act.After the meeting, Governor Walker didn't offer up any details.
"I can't see you:" Speaker Paul Ryan's constituents host town hall -- without him
KENOSHA -- They have called, emailed, and showed up at Speaker Paul Ryan's office, but so far, his constituents haven't gotten what they've wanted -- for Ryan to hold a town hall meeting in his home district.
Congress returns, with health care, Supreme Court on agenda
WASHINGTON — Congress returns to Washington this week to confront dramatic decisions on health care and the Supreme Court that may help determine the course of Donald Trump's presidency.First, the president will have his say, in his maiden speech to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night.
WATCH: House Speaker Paul Ryan rides horses with Border Patrol in Texas
TEXAS -- In true cowboy fashion, House Speaker Paul Ryan posted a video of himself riding a horse with the Border Patrol in Texas on Saturday, February 25th.Speaker Ryan's tweet read, "The Border Patrol mustangs are great movers.
Protesters rally outside Speaker Ryan's Janesville office; say he should listen to all Americans
JANESVILLE — Protesters rallied outside the Janesville office of U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan Wednesday, February 22nd, urging the Republican leader to be more open to people who want to express their policy concerns.About 70 people gathered outside of Ryan's office and dropped off postcards addressed to the speaker.
House speaker gets firsthand look at US-Mexico border
MCALLEN, Texas — U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan on Wednesday, February 22nd, visited the Rio Grande valley for a firsthand look at the U.S.-Mexico border as President Donald Trump's administration steps up immigration enforcement and prepares to ask Congress to pay for a border wall.It was the first time the Wisconsin Republican has visited the border, and protests were announced to meet his arrival in McAllen, Texas, on Wednesday.
"Who leaked it?" GOP divided about whether Pres. Trump's connections to Russia should be investigated
MILWAUKEE -- The question of whether President Donald Trump's connections to Russia should be investigated is dividing Republicans.
"We're extremely grateful:" Wisconsin Republicans attend inaugural dinner in Washington
WASHINGTON -- It's the eve of the inauguration and some of the most powerful men in the country are now from Wisconsin.
Speaker Ryan says he and President-elect Trump "on the same page" on Obamacare replacement
JANESVILLE -- House Speaker Paul Ryan said he knows exactly what is in President-elect Donald Trump's plan to replace the Affordable Care Act.Mr.
New Orleans police chief to meet with House Speaker Paul Ryan
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Police Superintendent Michael Harrison will meet with House Speaker Paul Ryan on Monday, January 16th about new approaches police departments are taking on police training regarding de-escalation, decision-making and use of force tactics.Harrison's office, in a news release, said the meeting will take place in Janesville, Wisconsin and focus on the Police Executive Research Forum's new Integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics training guide.
"Waiting to see the new blueprint:" Fight waged in Congress over future of Affordable Care Act
MADISON -- The divide over the Affordable Care Act came into focus on Wednesday, January 4th -- with President Barack Obama and President-elect Donald Trump rallying their sides to fight.
GOP in 2017 controls Wisconsin Legislature, Governor's office, presidency for first time since 1970
MADISON — For the first time in nearly half a century, Republicans in 2017 will control the Wisconsin Legislature, the governor's office and the presidency.Wisconsin legislative leaders and Gov.
In year of big stories, politics was the biggest
MILWAUKEE — Violence and arson on the north side of Milwaukee after the fatal shooting of a black man by police.
What lies ahead for Gov. Scott Walker? He offers hints during a one-on-one interview
MADISON -- Will Gov.