April 2026

The Last 48

April 04, 2026 - 18:23
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Many may have watched the A&E television show The First 48 which is a documentary about homicide investigations around the United States. The shows generally show how much can be done in the first 48 hours after a homicide by detectives whose efforts are quite remarkable and almost unbelievable.

Wisconsin State Legislators Endorse Nate Pollnow for Secretary of State

April 04, 2026 - 18:09
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Farmer and conservative activist Nate Pollnow today announced the endorsement from a strong group of state senators and representatives who are supporting his campaign for Secretary of State to bring greater transparency, accountability, and taxpayer-focused leadership to the office.

These endorsements reflect broad and growing support across Wisconsin for Nate's mission to turn the Secretary of State's office into a watchdog that makes government more open and accessible to the citizens of the state. Nate's new endorsements include:

Tiffany Proposes Full State Audit to Fight Fraud

April 04, 2026 - 18:02
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Benjamin Yount reports that congressional candidate and gubernatorial hopeful Tom Tiffany is pledging a comprehensive audit of every state program and agency to root out waste and fraud. Citing multiple Milwaukee-area Medicaid fraud cases involving millions in stolen taxpayer dollars spent on luxury goods, Tiffany contrasts his approach with Gov. Evers’ resistance to audits, including vetoing new auditor positions. This proposal underscores the urgent need for real transparency and accountability in how Wisconsin spends public benefits.

Every Vote Matters

April 04, 2026 - 17:59
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Election Day for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and other important elections, is Tuesday, April 7. Now is the time to make a plan to vote. In most communities, early in-person voting ends on Thursday, April 2. If you’re able, we encourage you to vote early to avoid lines and any last-minute conflicts that could prevent you from making your voice heard. If early voting isn’t possible for you, please make a plan to vote on Tuesday, April 7.

Complete the following steps to ensure you’re ready to vote:

WHO IS REBECCA COOKE?

April 04, 2026 - 17:52
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Wisconsin voters already know Rebecca Cooke isn’t who she pretends to be. She’s spent her career fundraising for radical left Democrats, profiting from political consulting, and using nonprofit work to enrich herself and her friends, all while claiming to be a “moderate” outsider.

Meeting Viability Requirements to seek the Republican Party of Wisconsin Endorsement

April 04, 2026 - 17:38
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I have met the financial viability requirements to seek the Republican Party of Wisconsin endorsement for Lieutenant Governor.

I am overwhelmed by the support of the people of Wisconsin. They heard my vision and agree that Wisconsin deserves a strong leader who stands up for social and fiscal conservative policies.

Downplaying COVID Vaccine Safety Risk

April 04, 2026 - 17:21
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As Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, my committee uncovered more evidence revealing yet another instance of the Biden administration’s failure to take immediate action to warn the public about a serious COVID-19 vaccine adverse event.

I just released nearly 2,000 pages of records from the Department of Health and Human Services showing the Biden administration’s failure to immediately warn the public about a serious safety concern linked to the Pfizer COVID-19 booster that they discovered as early as Nov. 2022.

Americans Are Becoming More Pro-Life

April 04, 2026 - 17:11
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A new poll from Pew Research found that Americans are becoming more pro-life. Researchers found a 2% increase in Americans who believe abortion should be illegal. In addition, 76% of Americans believe abortion should have legal limits and support for outlawing chemical abortion, also known as the abortion pill, increased by 4%. These findings point to an increasingly pro-life outlook among American adults.

It’s Time to Act!

April 04, 2026 - 17:01
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You’ve signed the petition, and now we need you to act on your convictions.

Assembly Bill 105 which will require age verification on pornography websites will be sent to Governor Evers today, April 2nd. He has exactly one week to either sign the bill or veto it. We need your voice to make it clear to Governor Evers that this bill is necessary for Wisconsin!

In areas where similar laws have been implemented, there has been 50% or more decrease in traffic to pornographic websites. That is HUGE!

Marklein Announces Ag Road Improvement (ARIP) Grants in the 17th Senate District

April 04, 2026 - 16:20
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Sen. Howard Marklein celebrated the announcement of another round of Ag Road Improvement Program (ARIP) funding awards. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that the Town of Patch Grove in Grant County and the Town of Willow Springs in Lafayette County were among the recipients on April 1, 2026.

The Town of Patch Grove was awarded $3.3 million to repair Maine Road, while the Town of Willow Springs will receive $2.8 million for improvements to Furnace Hill Road. The state will cover 90% of the projected cost for each project.

Gov. Evers Vetoes Education Opportunities for Families

April 04, 2026 - 16:13
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On Monday, Gov. Evers vetoed legislation that would've created a new federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 students. This federal program, adopted by 29 states under both Republican and Democrat Governors, allows private donations to fund scholarships for tutoring, transportation, special needs services, and other educational expenses, all without creating a new burden on state taxpayers.