Wisconsin Republicans
Coverage of Wisconsin Republicans in the Nexus archive.
- Wisconsin Republicans hitch their star to Trump. Is that really a good idea?
Wisconsin Republicans Tom Tiffany and Derrick Van Orden publicly supported Donald Trump at a rural event despite his low approval rating and policies linked to economic struggles for farmers. Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' includes Medicaid cuts that could worsen rural healthcare access, countered by a smaller rural healthcare fund. The event focused on Trump's rhetoric rather than addressing economic challenges like high fuel and fertilizer prices.
- Wisconsin Republicans lean into anti-trans rhetoric in 2026 campaign
Wisconsin Republicans are emphasizing anti-trans messaging in their 2026 campaign, including opposition to gender-affirming care for minors and restrictions on trans youth in sports. The Republican majority in the state Legislature has passed bills targeting transgender individuals, which Governor Tony Evers has vetoed. Democratic Sen. Melissa Ratcliff criticized the strategy as harmful to trans youth.