Ellie here. We’ve got a lot going on in our state, so let’s jump in.
First, President Donald Trump visited Chippewa County in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District last Friday. This is one of the most competitive congressional districts in the country.
Trump spoke about agricultural policies during his visit, claiming that costs will fall after the war in Iran ends. He did not, however, lay out any specific plans to lower costs, according to WPR.
UpNorthNews’ Salina Heller attended the event and spoke with protesters about their thoughts on Trump’s claims.
Speaking of Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, we’ve got another edition of Meet the Candidates, where we’re taking a look at the only Republican and Trump-backed candidate, Derrick Van Orden.
We’ve also got another Civic Check-In, all about using your power to stand up to corrupt lawmakers, along with other Wisconsin news.
And a reminder: For Friday’s Locals Love, I want to hear about your favorite patio restaurants in Wisconsin. Send in your favorites, and tell me why, to have them featured!
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“Pike chain of lakes, Iron River, WI.” (Courtesy of John K.)
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Our reader John K. sent in this great photo of the sky over a lake in Iron River. What an awesome view, thanks for sharing!
Send in your Wisconsin view to have it featured!
And don’t forget, it’s Pride Month! Here are some ways you can celebrate in Wisconsin.
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Feeling frustrated with corruption at the local level, at the State Capitol, or in Washington, DC? Venting online may feel satisfying, but there are more effective ways to turn that frustration into action.
Here are some ways to take action:
Contact your lawmakers: Call, email, or attend a town hall or city council meeting to tell elected officials where you stand on the issues that matter most to you. Personal messages from constituents can make an impact. Be specific, be respectful, and ask for a response.
Do your homework before voting: Research candidates at the local, state, and federal levels before Election Day. Know where they stand on the issues you care about. An informed vote is one of the most powerful tools citizens have.
Find your people: Join a local advocacy group, volunteer organization, or issue-based coalition. Connecting with others who share your concerns can help turn frustration into meaningful action.
Democracy works best when citizens are informed, organized, and persistent. Civic engagement is one way to push back against corruption and demand better from the people in power.
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Join COURIER and 3.14 Action on June 11 for Facts vs. Fiction: The Fight for Science in American Democracy.
Misinformation isn’t just noise. It’s shaping policy decisions that determine who can afford care, which communities are protected, and how our government responds to real-world risks.
This live conversation will examine what’s at stake when facts are ignored and how science-informed leadership has shaped policy on healthcare, climate, agriculture, and public health. At a moment when institutions and public trust are under attack, we’ll explore what happens when decision-making is driven by evidence, what it takes to rebuild trust, and why scientific integrity is essential to democracy.
Stay tuned for more speaker announcements, and don’t miss this conversation.
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A social media post of US Rep. Derrick Van Orden on the US Capitol grounds prior to the insurrection of Jan. 6, 2021. Van Orden was not yet a member of Congress but would win the seat in the 3rd District in 2022 and reelection in 2024.
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Derrick Van Orden is the one and only Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. He is a retired Navy SEAL and the current US Representative for District 3.
On his campaign website, he explains his main priorities are transportation and infrastructure, rebuilding the economy, leading with integrity, and more.
“Everybody here in the 3rd Congressional District is excited, we’re fired up, we understand that if we don’t work right now we’re not going to have a country worth living in,” Van Orden said in an interview with WKBT.
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Three Democratic candidates are running in the Aug. 11, 2026, primary in the 27th State Senate District. The winner will advance to the November general election to challenge Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green), co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee. The candidates are Corrine Hendrickson (top left), Rep. Jenna Jacobson (top right), and Lisa White (bottom center).
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By Pat Kreitlow
Whatever the results in November, there will be a lot of new faces in both the Wisconsin Senate and the Assembly next year, with 20% of the legislature’s Republicans announcing they are leaving rather than asking voters to reelect them. Among the Republicans not stepping away is Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green), the co-chair of the powerful Joint Finance Committee who is facing one of this election’s strongest efforts by Democrats who want to encourage a voter-imposed retirement.
Three Democrats will face off in the Aug. 11 primary to determine who will challenge Marklein in the Nov. 3 general election for the 17th Senate District: Corrine Hendrickson, a former home childcare operator in New Glarus; Rep. Jenna Jacobson from the Dane County community of Oregon, who is leaving her seat in the 50th Assembly District to run in the primary; and Lisa White, a home improvement business owner in Potosi.
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Pat Kreitlow. It was edited by Paula Solis.
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