Earlier today, the audits @RepWittke and I ordered as co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee to investigate so-called "diversity, equity, and inclusion" initiatives in Wisconsin's state government and the Universities of Wisconsin were released to the public. The results of these reports show us the extent to which DEI grifters profiteer off Wisconsin taxpayers with very little to show for it. Wisconsin should not tolerate, much less propagate, race-based discrimination masquerading as equality in its halls of government. Thanks to these findings, we can now more clearly see how DEI wastefully spends taxpayer dollars, and end it for good.

Today, we celebrate both Flag Day and the 251st birthday of the US Army. Did you know the first Flag Day celebrations were held here in Wisconsin? In 1885, a teacher in Waubeka named Bernard Cigrand held the first recognized observance of what became Flag Day, honoring the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as our national flag.

Being able to enjoy Wisconsin's wonderful state parks just got easier. Now, you can purchase an annual state parks pass when you renew your annual vehicle registration. wkow.com/news/wisconsin-dnr-…

So apparently DPI's public response to @ReformingGovt's open meetings lawsuit is to combine a strawman argument an ad hominem attack. Original. First, the strawman. Simply because DPI attended the legislative oversight hearing in April '26 (although to be clear, Superintendent Underly refused to attend and sent two members of her staff who were not even employed in June '24 when the waterpark conference took place) does nothing to remedy the open meetings violation that IRG alleges took place at the waterpark conference. While maybe a cute argument, it is utterly useless for purposes of responding to an alleged open meetings violation. Second, the ad hominem. This is the DPI spokesperson's statement: “However, more than two years after the fact, a special interest group with a well-documented political agenda continues to recycle unfounded accusations, diverting public resources and agency time away from the work that matters most: supporting Wisconsin students, educators, and schools.” Yes, IRG is center-right, but as a 501c3 focused on real policy solutions, I'm not sure it fits the mold of your typical "special interest group." And frankly, I'm curious to see the support for the claim IRG has a "well-documented political agenda." Again, IRG supports smaller, more efficient government, transparency and government accountability. We have criticized both sides of the aisle. If one side receives more criticism than the other, it's because that side doesn't support the substantive principles IRG exists to advance. That's how the policy world works. Looking forward to seeing the answer in mid-July. Thanks to @HeartlandPostWI, @thecentersquare, @DairylandSent, @WIExaminer, @EricWimberger, Wisconsin Public Radio, and others for the balanced coverage.

Repealing Act 10 would undo the Legislature's decade of responsible budgeting work and stick Wisconsin families with astronomically higher tax bills each and every year. dairylandsentinel.com/defend…

Congratulations to the @KaukaunaGhosts baseball team on qualifying for state! Best of luck against River Falls on Monday afternoon. Go Ghosts! fox11online.com/sports/high-…

DPI officials shouldn't be able to unilaterally change Wisconsin's testing standards through a $368,885 secret meeting at a Dells resort. Great to see this continued scrutiny from @ReformingGovt ahead of the release of our audit report, which will help us bring an end to Superintendent Underly's meddling with our schools. reforminggovernment.org/irg-…

Because the Legislature passed my plan to fight PFAS contamination, Wisconsin's entire $10 million settlement with Tyco will go towards relief for pollution victims. This important step forward will help communities like Marinette and Peshtigo identify and remove PFAS. maciverinstitute.com/news/wi…

Congratulations to Keaton Dauk from @pcsd (300 meter hurdle) and Brady Bursa from Oconto Falls (long jump) on winning championships in their events at the state track and field meet this weekend! fox11online.com/newsletter-d…

UW received $256 million in our last state budget, and has passed four consecutive years of tuition increases...yet that isn't enough to satisfy its bureaucrats. UW should cut its massive staffing bloat instead of making students and taxpayers foot the increasing bill of a diminished product. wpr.org/news/universities-of…

Dairy breakfasts are a great way to learn more about Wisconsin's dairy industry, support our local famers, and have a fun on the farm during National Dairy Month. Be sure to attend a dairy breakfast near you this month!

Marines on D-DAY #OTD, Allied forces launched the D-Day invasion of Normandy, a decisive turning point in World War II. Though frequently overshadowed by the Pacific campaign, the Marine Corps made vital contributions to this monumental assault. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, the majority of Marines were deployed to the Pacific. However, specialized cadres remained to provide crucial amphibious warfare expertise to Allied forces in Europe for the duration of the war. These amphibious trainings would eventually make significant contributions to major amphibious assaults throughout the European Theater of Operations, including Operation Torch in North Africa in 1942, Operation Husky in Sicily in 1943, and Operation Overlord in 1944. Beginning in 1942, numerous Marines were embedded with Allied command staffs to advise on and coordinate major amphibious landings. Key figures like Col. Robert O. Bare served as leading strategists for naval gunfire and training and went ashore on D-Day itself. Marines actively supported the grueling assault on Omaha Beach, manning the 5-inch guns off warships like the USS Texas to provide critical fire support for the troops storming ashore. Other Marines scanned the skies above while manning anti-aircraft guns ensuring the German air force was kept at bay. In total a little over 800 Marines participated in Operation Overlord on D-Day with approximately a squad of Marines landing on Omaha Beach itself, helping to transport the wounded and captured prisoners of war, and coordinate fires for the USS Texas’s 14-inch heavy guns. ✍️ (U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Kirsten Glaze) #DDay #USMC #WWII

Free Fun Weekend is June 6 and 7! State park admissions fees, fishing licenses, and trail passes will all be waived this weekend. dnr.wisconsin.gov/adventure/…

The state's entire $10 million settlement with Tyco will go towards relief efforts because we passed my plan to create the PFAS Trust Fund. Affected communities like Marinette and Peshtigo will soon have access to these funds and other support to tackle PFAS contamination.

By raising tuition and student housing rates, UW is only passing the growing bill for its massive bureaucracy to Wisconsin families and students. There's no reason to raise rates when UW can - and should - cut through its administrative bloat to create a more valuable student experience. wpr.org/news/uw-board-of-reg…

Had a great time showing students, parents, and teachers from @HSSD's Suamico Elementary around the Capitol yesterday. Thanks for visiting!

Happy National Dairy Month, Wisconsin! We wouldn't be America's Dairyland without all of the hard work our dairy farmers do to bring us fresh milk, cheese curds, and so much more.

Heads up, UTV drivers: some new rule changes will go into effect June 1. Read up on these regulations before you hit the trails. dnr.wisconsin.gov/newsroom/r…

Great to see these new developments at the Green Bay Police Department. Excited to welcome these new officers to our community, and congratulations to Sergeants Hennig and Skenandore for their promotions! local.nixle.com/alert/124219…

Happy 178th birthday, Wisconsin! Today in 1848, Wisconsin became the 30th state to join these United States. From our 13-time world champion Green Bay Packers to our hardworking dairy farms and businesses, let's celebrate everything that makes Wisconsin great.

Even Tony Evers thinks Senate Democrats are so out of touch with ordinary Wisconsinites that they killed your tax relief and aid to schools.