The Capitol Report

The 2026 elections seem far away.
Unless you are a potential candidate.

Lawmakers are reigniting an effort this session at exempting cigar lounges from an early 2000s-era law banning smoking in most public places in the state.

Something very unusual is happening at the Capitol: Dem Gov. Tony Evers and top legislative GOP leaders have had discussions about a budget deal on tax cuts.

Days after the big April 1 state Supreme Court election, potential candidates are maneuvering on 2026 races for another Supreme Court seat, governor and western Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District.

Conservative Justice Rebecca Bradley — no relation to Ann Walsh Bradley — told WisPolitics she plans to run for reelection in 2026.

At least $107 million was spent overall in the state Supreme Court race — shattering the previous national record set only two years ago in Wisconsin, according to a WisPolitics tally.

Wisconsin ag groups say they’re looking for alternative funding options after the Trump administration cut more than $1 billion for federal programs providing local products to food banks, schools and childcare centers.

Gov. Tony Evers, who has focused on renewable energy for much of his time in office, is making a push in his latest state budget to look at expanding nuclear power.

New results from the Marquette University Law School poll show Wisconsin voters don’t know much about the candidates in the pivotal race for the state Supreme Court, but they do have firm opinions on issues the court may decide.

Voices across the political spectrum are voicing concerns about President Donald Trump’s news tariffs, expressing fears of higher prices, difficult markets and chaotic supply chains.