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Keep Josh Kaul's steady hand as Wisconsin's attorney general
That’s been Attorney General Josh Kaul’s record these past four years, despite some very divisive times. Kaul has tended to stay above the partisan fray, running his agency in a reasoned and deliberate way.
Oshkosh man convicted of stealing $426,000 from nursing home patient, used some of it at Vegas casinos
“DOJ’s Medicaid Fraud Control and Elder Abuse Unit works diligently to bring those who cheat seniors to justice,” Attorney General Josh Kaul said in a press release.
WI Attorney General Kaul picks up a pair of endorsements in La Crosse
La Crosse Mayor Mitch Reynolds and La Crosse County District Attorney Tim Gruenke said they are standing behind Kaul because he has been a great partner with the La Crosse community.
Attorney General Josh Kaul endorsed by Kenosha mayor, fire department union
Kaul was endorsed Thursday by Kenosha Mayor John Antaramian, Kenosha County District Attorney Michael Graveley, State Rep. Tip McGuire, D-Kenosha, State Rep. Tod Ohnstad, D-Kenosha, and leadership of the Kenosha Professional Firefighters Local 414.
Wisconsin agencies launch effort to promote more conversations on substance use
“We must take a comprehensive approach to reducing substance use disorder,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “Raising awareness is part of that comprehensive approach, and Real Talks Wisconsin provides tools to help get conversations started in your family and in your community.”
Lawsuit filed against Florida Company for defrauding ‘hundreds of thousands’ from over 6k Wisconsin businesses
“When Wisconsin businesses or consumers are scammed, the scammers must be held accountable,” said AG Kaul. “Thank you to those at DOJ and DATCP whose work led to the filing of this civil enforcement action regarding deceptive mailers that were sent to new businesses.”
On the Issues: Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul
Josh Kaul, Attorney General: The attorney general is our ‘top cop.’ The AG oversees the Wisconsin Department of Justice, which has over 700 employees. It works on a number of different functions related to public safety and the law. We have a division of criminal investigation that investigates crimes of statewide importance.
Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul wants a double-digit biennium budget increase to fight crime
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is requesting a 10.5% increase in his 2023-25 biennial budget to fund local law enforcement, programs for children and fight the opioid epidemic.
Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul says he will file abortion lawsuit against district attorneys if GOP leaders keep argument
On Monday, Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul said if the leaders don’t drop their challenge, he’ll withdraw the lawsuit and refile it against three district attorneys instead, according to a letter Department of Justice attorneys sent to the GOP leaders’ lawyers.
Attorney General, officials celebrate two years of Speak Up Speak Out tip line
Hundreds of kids around Wisconsin continue to take advantage of the Speak Up, Speak Out tip line. Attorney General Josh Kaul celebrated the two year mark by making a stop at Horace Mann Middle School.
DOJ pursues effort to avoid delays in Wisconsin abortion ban lawsuit
Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul, both Democrats, filed the lawsuit in June following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned its previous rulings in Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey.
Speak Up, Speak Out tip line helps keep area students safe
Just a few words can make a difference when it comes to preventing violence at schools, and State Attorney General Josh Kaul made a stop at Horace Mann Middle School Monday to encourage students to speak up and speak out.
Wisconsin DOJ, 33 states reach $438.5 million agreement with JUUL Labs
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Tuesday, Sept. 6 a $438.5 million agreement in principle between JUUL Labs and 33 states and territories resolving a two-year bipartisan investigation into the e-cigarette manufacturer’s marketing and sales practices.
Wisconsin DOJ announces charges in 1985 murder
“Wisconsin DOJ is proud to work with law enforcement agencies across the state to pursue justice,” Attorney General Josh Kaul said, in a news release. “Thank you to the prosecutors, investigators, and scientists whose tireless work has resulted in this 37-year-old case being charged.”
Cold case solved: Inmate charged in 1985 Wisconsin Rapids murder
“Wisconsin DOJ is proud to work with law enforcement agencies across the state to pursue justice,” said Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul. “Thank you to the prosecutors, investigators, and scientists whose tireless work has resulted in this 37-year-old case being charged.”
Josh Kaul hopes UW Health recognizes nurses union ahead of strike
With a potential strike of hundreds of UW Health nurses looming, Attorney General Josh Kaul said Wednesday he is hopeful hospital management will recognize the health care workers’ union.
Wisconsin AG: Election worker threats to be prosecuted
Chippewa County Clerk Jackie Sadler said she’s relieved to hear that Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has vowed to prosecute poeple who attack or harass election workers.
Sue Paudler: Re-elect Attorney General Kaul
I’m writing to strongly encourage everyone to vote on November 8 for our incumbent Attorney General, Josh Kaul. He and Gov. Tony Evers will fight to protect the rights of all Wisconsinites.
Wisconsin AG to AP: Election worker threats to be prosecuted
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul vowed to aggressively prosecute anyone who attacks or harasses election workers in the key swing state this fall and proclaimed his faith in the state’s election system as clerks report rising concerns about potential threats due to misinformation about elections.
AG Kaul, La Crosse first responders celebrate 2nd anniversary of ‘Speak Up, Speak Out’
Wisconsin’s attorney general and La Crosse first responders marked the two-year anniversary of the state’s Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO) Resource Center on Tuesday at La Crosse Logan High School.