AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoTrump’s Wisconsin stop: President Donald Trump is in the Chippewa Valley today for an agriculture-focused roundtable, with Rep. Derrick Van Orden joining. It’s his first visit to Wisconsin since his 2024 re-election. PFAS accountability: Wisconsin announced a major $10 million settlement with Tyco Fire Products over PFAS contamination in Marinette County, including money for the state PFAS trust fund and long-term clean-water obligations. Campaign finance and debt: In the governor’s race, Democrat Francesca Hong is addressing a lawsuit tied to about $30,000 in unpaid credit card debt, arguing voters relate to financial strain. State budget growth: A new report says Wisconsin’s two-year budget has more than doubled over 20 years to about $114B, with spending rising steadily. Health and kids: Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin kicks off its Healthy Kids, Healthy Summer campaign to help fund nutritious meals for children during summer break. Historic places: The Wisconsin Historical Society added multiple sites to state and national registers, including La Crosse’s Fire Station No. 4 and City Hall, plus the John Evenson tugboat shipwreck. Milwaukee civic push: Mayor Cavalier Johnson is launching a “trusted messengers” network to connect residents with city services and information. Road and river impacts: WisDOT and Iowa DOT plan a Mississippi River bridge center-span installation June 11-12, bringing ferry and traffic restrictions. Sports: The Giants beat the Brewers 12-9 in a slugfest; Milwaukee also gets a local sports culture boost with Halal Restaurant Week running June 5-14.
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