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Republicans on Verge of Full Control in Washington, Eye Sweeping Policy Overhaul

Washington, D.C., November 12, 2024 — Republican lawmakers returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, energized by their recent victories in the White House and Senate and now close to reclaiming a House majority. Should the GOP secure the House, they will gain complete control over the federal government, setting the stage for significant policy shifts across…

Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years for Leaking U.S. Secrets on Discord

BOSTON, November 12, 2024 — In a case that has raised questions about security and trust within the U.S. military, Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in prison for leaking highly classified information online. Teixeira, who was part of the 102nd Intelligence Wing, admitted to sharing sensitive materials on…

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Hultafors Group Manufacturing Plant in Mequon to Close in 2025, Impacting 45 Jobs

MEQUON, Wis. (Nov 12, 2024) — Wisconsin’s manufacturing sector is set to take a hit as Hultafors Group North America, LLC announced plans to close its Mequon facility in early 2025, resulting in the layoff of approximately 45 employees. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retention Notification (WARN) submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development,…

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Debates Validity of 175-Year-Old Abortion Ban Amid Heated Exchanges

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — November 11, 2024 — The Wisconsin Supreme Court engaged in intense debates over the state’s controversial 175-year-old abortion ban on Monday, as liberal and conservative justices exchanged sharp critiques during oral arguments. The high-stakes discussion centered around the efforts of Sheboygan County’s Republican District Attorney, Joel Urmanski, to reinstate the ban after…

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Devin LeMahieu Re-Elected as Wisconsin Senate Majority Leader Amid Shift in Political Balance

In the wake of recent elections, Wisconsin State Senator Devin LeMahieu has been re-elected as the Republican majority leader, continuing his representation of Manitowoc, Sheboygan, and Fond du Lac counties, a role he has held since 2015. LeMahieu’s reappointment to the leadership position comes as the Wisconsin Senate adjusts to a shift in the political…