#wisconsin-politics

#wisconsin-politics

Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) raised more than $4.3 million in 2025 for the 2026 election, according to mandatory filings with the Federal Elections Commission. But most of that cash has come from joint fundraising committees like Grow the Majority and Defend the Majority, national organizations that can accept hundreds of thousands of dollars from donors and give hundreds of thousands to candidates.

Governor Tony Evers's victory in 2018 over incumbent Scott Walker marked a significant political shift in Wisconsin, emphasizing a move away from an aggressive Republican governance model towards a more democratic approach. Evers's personality and background contributed to his appeal, serving as a contrast to the politically charged atmosphere symbolized by Walker and Trump.