"Cop Under Fire:" Sheriff Clarke says he won't run for Senate, criticizes Gov. Walker in new book
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke says in his new book, "Cop Under Fire," that he is not running for U.S. Senate -- dealing a blow to the draft committee asking him to challenge Democrat Tammy Baldwin in 2018.
Rep. Mark Pocan bringing immigrant to President Trump's congressional speech
MADISON — Democratic U.S. Rep.
'Draft Sheriff Clarke' super PAC distributes cherry lip balm, Clarke bobbleheads at conservative forum
NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland -- The super PAC trying to draft Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke to run for U.S. Senate in 2018 is giving away Clarke-themed cherry lip balm and bobbleheads at a conservative forum in Maryland this week.Kay Daly, one of the leaders of the 'Draft Sheriff Clarke for Senate' committee, said her North Carolina-based group has raised $300,000 in one month and was looking to further raise its profile at the Conservative Political Action Conference.
Rep. Sean Duffy, considered a favorite by many, will not run for Senate in 2018
MILWAUKEE -- Many considered him the front-runner in the Republican primary, expecting him to go on and challenge Sen.
"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.
Senator Tammy Baldwin discusses her proposed "Dairy Pride Act" at farm in Chippewa Falls
CHIPPEWA FALLS -- Senator Tammy Baldwin discussed dairy policy in Wisconsin during a visit to Chippewa Falls.Baldwin stopped by Triple T Farms to discuss issues affecting farmers and her proposed Dairy Pride Act -- which asks the FDA to enforce laws when it comes to which food items are labeled as dairy products.One Triple T Farms partner said milk substitutes could confuse customers and may lack the quality of dairy milk."The law just needs to be reinforced.
Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin supports President Trump appointees James Mattis, John Kelly
MADISON — Democratic U.S. Sen.
After inauguration comes fight over President-elect Trump's cabinet, Obamacare
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- It's as though there are two different universes in Washington, D.C. as President-elect Donald Trump is set to take the oath of office and officially become president on Friday.
"We will see chaos:" Democrats host rallies in support of Affordable Care Act
MILWAUKEE -- Rallies were held across the country Sunday, January 15th to support the Affordable Care Act, including here in Wisconsin.Democrats staged the rallies to resist Republican efforts to repeal President Barack Obama's health care law.President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to overturn and replace the ACA.Last week, Republicans in Congress began the process of repealing it, using a budget maneuver that requires a bare majority in the Senate."Whether it's behind closed doors or in public, my Republican colleagues are beginning to express their concerns that if they do indeed repeal it, we will see chaos," Senator Tammy Baldwin said.The Affordable Care Act has delivered health coverage to about 20 million people.It has also been saddled with problems, such as rapidly rising premiums and large co-payments.
"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.
"Don't sit this one out:" Dozens gather at IBEW headquarters to push Democratic vote
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens gathered at the IBEW headquarters in Milwaukee for a canvass kickoff with Senator Tammy Baldwin.
Democrats call on DOJ to oversee monitoring of election in Wisconsin on November 8th
MILWAUKEE -- Four Wisconsin Democrats are calling on the United States Department of Justice to oversee Wisconsin's monitoring of the election on November 8th.According to a release from Rep.
Trump supporters not shy about backing the GOP nominee: "I'm going to stand here and support this man"
GREEN BAY -- Hundreds gathered at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay for one last chance before the election to see Donald Trump speak in person.
Senator Tammy Baldwin reintroduces bill to provide boost to states falling behind in business startups
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin has reintroduced a bill to provide a boost to states falling behind in business startups, which includes Wisconsin.The legislation, called the "Small Business Innovation Act" was the first bill introduced by Baldwin as a senator.It aims to increase small businesses' access to venture capital by expanding the Small Business Administration's authorization to provide up to $4 billion to investment companies.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Clinton launches 'Wisconsin Women for Hillary' group
MADISON — Hillary Clinton has announced a "Wisconsin Women for Hillary" coalition that includes a former Bernie Sanders supporter.Clinton's campaign unveiled the group Wednesday.
Sen. Baldwin pays Mount Pleasant a visit, offers federal help for eroding bluffs
MOUNT PLEASANT -- There is some help on the horizon for Racine County residents.
The Stronger Way Act: U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduces new bill to fight poverty
MILWAUKEE -- New legislation at the federal level is designed to fight poverty at the local level, including here in Milwaukee.