Experts say the SAVE Act could make voting harder for citizens. Passed in the U.S. House, it is unlikely to clear the U.S. Senate.
Experts say the SAVE Act could make voting harder for citizens. Passed in the U.S. House, it is unlikely to clear the U.S. Senate.
Democrats had hoped to put the 1st Congressional District in play, but did not come close despite a strong candidate.
Trump won the 3rd Congressional District by 7+ points, while Van Orden won it by less than 3. In the House district in SE Wisconsin, Steil ran well ahead of Trump, perhaps putting it out of reach for Democrats.
Most of the congressional districts in the state are not competitive, leading to lopsided victories for many U.S. House incumbents here.
A political novice won the 8th Congressional District that includes Green Bay, Appleton and Door County by nearly 15 points in a race many thought might be more competitive.
Steil has received large donations from many big banks and big corporations, as well as from AIPAC and Koch Inc.
Barca has raised nearly $2 million in the race, with strong support from many labor unions and one Hollywood star.
The Democrat has raised $2.4 million in the race for the 8th Congressional District, which reaches from Door County through Green Bay and Appleton.
Republican businessman Tony Wied is favored in the right-leaning district, but trails his Democratic opponent and OB-GYN physician Kristin Lyerly in fundraising.
Facing his first serious challenge since he was elected in 2018, U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil has fundraised more than double that of Democratic challenger and veteran politician Pete Barca.
Cooke has raised more than $5 million while challenging the Republican incumbent in the 3rd Congressional District.
The 1st Congressional District in southeastern Wisconsin has become more competitive and Steil is facing the first serious challenge of his young political career.
Donations from big agribusinesses and right-wing billionaire megadonor Richard Uihlein make up much of the congressman’s early financial support.
The 2022 race for the 3rd Congressional District set fundraising records, and this year’s campaign could be even more expensive.
Popular U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher’s resignation has opened up the 8th District that includes Green Bay. A Democrat leads fundraising, but a larger pool of donations is split between three Republicans.
Democrat Pocan yea on expulsion while Moore votes no, citing due process.
Rep. Mike Gallagher will head the newly-created China committee, while Rep. Mark Pocan remains on the powerful budget committee.
Madison-area Congressman Mark Pocan said the letter never should have been released.