Republicans Target Baldwin on Gorsuch

Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisc., is facing criticism from Republicans for opposing Judge Neil Gorsuch’s nomination to the Supreme Court. Republicans are targeting Sen. Tammy Baldwin , D-Wis., for her opposition to President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court pick Judge Neil Gorsuch.

Milwaukee sheriff’s star rises, but he remains polarizing

With a brash, unapologetic personality reminiscent of President Donald Trump, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke is positioning himself as an in-your-face conservative firebrand who has some Republicans swooning over his prospects for higher office. The tough-talking, cowboy-hat wearing lawman is also one of the most polarizing figures in Wisconsin politics, frequently dishing out eyebrow-raising comments that make even his one-time supporters blanch.

Nation-Now 33 mins ago 7:22 p.m.DeVos outlines vision for U.S. Department of Education

Betsy DeVos, a Michigan advocate for school choice and vouchers and President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for education secretary, vowed Tuesday to protect any schools public, private or otherwise as long as they are working for students and parents and serving their needs. Facing Democrats who questioned DeVos’ support of school choice and what it may mean for public schools, DeVos said she supports “any great school” including public schools and those beyond what “the system thinks is best for kids to what moms and dads want, expect and deserve.”

Wisconsin GOP eyes Duffy for senate

Despite rumors that Rep. Sean Duffy might make a run for the U.S. Senate against democratic incumbent Tammy Baldwin in 2018, he said it’s too early to make that decision. “I was just elected to serve another term in the 7th Congressional District,” Duffy said.

Elections

Republican billionaire businessman Donald J. Trump stunned the nation and the world with a historic victory over Democrat Hillary Clinton Tuesday, winning Wisconsin and other traditionally Democratic states in a historic triumph. Wednesday, November 9, 2016 All three seats on the Lac du Flambeau Town Board are up for reelection come April 4. The League of Women Voters of the Northwoods and Citizens for Education in Town Governance sponsored a public forum Tuesday, allowing citizens to meet the candidates running and ask questions relevant to town governance.

Elections

Republican billionaire businessman Donald J. Trump stunned the nation and the world with a historic victory over Democrat Hillary Clinton Tuesday, winning Wisconsin and other traditionally Democratic states in a historic triumph. Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Green Party candidate Jill Stein wants a recount of the presidential vote in Wisconsin, and she’s going to get one – though not the one she wanted – after paying almost $3.5 million to the state.