AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWisconsin Politics: Sen. Ron Johnson says Republicans will try again to advance parts of the proof-of-citizenship voting push as part of a broader budget package after a Senate standoff ends for now, keeping the SAVE America Act on the agenda for September. Milwaukee Business & Economy: The Brewers added infield depth, acquiring Jonathan Ornelas from the Athletics for cash considerations; Brice Turang’s knee injury is being monitored and Jihwan Bae was designated for assignment. Public Safety & Justice: Republican AG candidate Eric Toney is campaigning on cutting delays in Wisconsin’s crime labs, arguing faster forensic testing is needed. Local Development: McFarland residents heard plans for TID #7 that would help Bliffert Lumber relocate from downtown to a proposed small business park, with mixed-use redevelopment in the works. Art & Crime: A Picasso print stolen from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018 was found in a vacant apartment and returned to police, restarting the case. State Finances: Wisconsin collected $2.9B in selective sales and gross receipts taxes in 2024, about 11.4% of total state tax revenue.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
