Josh Kaul.
Attorney General of Wisconsin
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Toney secured resources for prosecutors in St. Croix County, with the Wisconsin Department of Justice supporting the effort.Some support1 report
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David Crowley conducted campaign tours in Delafield and La Crosse, campaigning alongside Josh Kaul and Pete Buttigieg.Some support1 report
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Tammy Baldwin, Sarah Godlewski, and Josh Kaul campaigned together in Viroqua.Some support1 report
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Kaul's administration is facing a backlog in its crime lab operations across Kenosha and Waukesha Counties.Some support1 report
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley discussed public safety with Josh Kaul, plans to work with Head Start, and aims to oppose Republican tax breaks.Some support1 report
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Josh Kaul allegedly used the Department of Justice to wage war on Catholic Charities.Some support1 report
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The new event reports on campaign commentary regarding Harris and Crowley, Trump's voting results in Wisconsin, and lawsuits filed by Josh Kaul against Trump.Some support1 report
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Josh Kaul announced his intention to seek re-election as Attorney General of Wisconsin.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Josh Kaul faces Eric Toney in midterms while his office reaches a settlement with Meta.Some support2 reports
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An order is impacting the United States Postal Service regarding mail-in ballot deliveries, leading to challenges against the executive order.Some support2 reports
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Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is suing to block a new rule/executive order from the Trump administration regarding federally funded programs, including Head Start.Some support1 report
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The Attorney General's office, represented by Josh Kaul, is responding to court regarding matters involving the Wisconsin Elections Commission.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Elections Commission and the AG's office remain silent regarding the presence of federal agents at polls, while the FBI Director refuses to rule them out.Some support1 report
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Josh Kaul is running for top cop in Wisconsin and advocating for guardrails on controversial traffic camera use.Some support1 report
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Aaron Goldstein, the Fond du Lac Police Chief, is involved in a situation where the FBI compiles violent crime statistics, which Josh Kaul has commented on.Some support1 report
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Wisconsin DOJ joins multi-state lawsuit challenging an executive order attempting to establish a national voter list.Some support2 reports
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Eric Toney, currently Fond du Lac County District Attorney, is launching a campaign rematch against Josh Kaul for Wisconsin Attorney General.Well supported4 reports
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Election challenges are underway in the state, involving filed charges regarding the fake elector scheme.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
Gone quiet
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In 2019, the Department of Justice handled testing for law enforcement across Wisconsin, while Josh Kaul served as Attorney General and Eric Toney was a district attorney in Fond du Lac County.Some support1 report
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Supreme Court rules in favor of the Attorney General over the Legislature, with Justice Hagedorn supporting the majority.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Officials, including Josh Kaul and Tony Evers, are involved in discussions regarding voter roll cleanup and privacy concerns, which were recently featured on CNN with Scott Jennings.Some support2 reports
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Josh Kaul and Dianne Hesselbein advocated for progressive policy shifts in Wisconsin.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Political figures in Wisconsin, including Josh Kaul, Lisa Subeck, and Tom Tiffany, discussed state rights and abortion access on June 25, 2026.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Millis urged Josh Kaul to push for the destruction of ballots.Some support1 report
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Attorney General race focuses on law enforcement priorities in Wisconsin.Some support1 report
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Kaul challenged Trump's directive on voting regarding a specific issue.Some support1 report
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Jim Troupis faced charges brought by AG Josh Kaul on June 17, related to his service as campaign attorney for Donald Trump's 2020 campaign.Some support1 report
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An executive order mandates states cooperate with the United States Postal Service, which Josh Kaul is challenging in court.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Josh Kaul
Events traced to Josh Kaul, step by step, newest first- Josh Kaul's office may defend Wisconsin's controversial Act 10 lawThe State of Wisconsin's legal position on Act 10 is facing a high-stakes Supreme Court challenge.Possible
- Josh Kaul may defend state law in Act 10 constitutional challengeJosh Kaul may defend state law in Act 10 constitutional challengePossible
- How could Local school district tax rate changes affect Josh Kaul?Local tax rate shifts may require AG legal reviewPossible
- How could Lee Snodgrass's minimum wage push affect Josh Kaul?Minimum wage push may require legal review by Wisconsin's Attorney GeneralPossible
- How could Eric Toney's plan to cross-designate state prosecutors affect Josh Kaul?Toney's proposal to cross-designate prosecutors could reshape Wisconsin's legal resourcesPossible
- Josh Kaul's office may defend state election laws in courtJosh Kaul's office may defend state election laws in courtPossible
Around Josh Kaul this week
News at the entities that move Josh Kaul most-
Wisconsin StructuralGovernor proposed budget changes concerning a state holiday in Wisconsin.Moves Josh Kaul
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Dane County TransactionalDane County DA advises Madison police as Madison seeks to emulate Milwaukee's 15-day policy.Moves Josh Kaul
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supreme court OperationalThe Department of Labor is adjudicating enforcement cases against Sun Valley Orchards, LLC, and the court is being urged to rule on regulatory enforcement matters.Moves Josh Kaul
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Donald Trump OperationalThe Department of Education, under Trump's administration, began scrutinizing university conduct.Moves Josh Kaul
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David Crowley OperationalCampaign finance groups and legal counsel examined ads and funding related to David Crowley's gubernatorial race in Wisconsin.Moves Josh Kaul
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Dianne Hesselbein OperationalDemocratic caucus leaders Dianne Hesselbein and Greta Neubauer are involved in political discussions regarding repeal timelines.Moves Josh Kaul
Connections
The 35 strongest of 38, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wisconsin Structural
Josh Kaul serves as the elected Attorney General, formally representing the legal interests and authority of the State of Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin Department of Justice Structural
Josh Kaul serves as the Attorney General and functional leader of the Wisconsin Department of Justice.
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department Structural
Josh Kaul formally heads and oversees the state's Department of Justice, managing its programs and operations.
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Donald Trump Operational
Josh Kaul actively challenges and opposes Donald Trump's policies and executive orders through legal action and political opposition.
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Millis Operational
Millis is attempting to influence Josh Kaul regarding the destruction of ballots.
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supreme court Operational
Josh Kaul actively participates in litigation and challenges rulings issued by the Supreme Court, which in turn influences his legal standing and office.
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Dane County Transactional
Dane County initiated legal proceedings by filing charges regarding the fake elector scheme involving Josh Kaul.
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Meta Operational
Josh Kaul's office regulated Meta through a multi-state settlement regarding social media practices and youth well-being.
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David Crowley Operational
David Crowley and Josh Kaul are political partners running on the same ticket and coordinating on policy.
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Jim Troupis Structural
Jim Troupis faced charges brought by AG Josh Kaul.
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Brad Schimel Operational
Brad Schimel and Josh Kaul are active political competitors for the office of Attorney General.
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Wisconsin Elections Commission Structural
The Commission issues guidance that formally reverses or overrides the arguments made by the office held by Josh Kaul.
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Dianne Hesselbein Operational
Both individuals advocate for progressive policy shifts within the political context of Wisconsin.
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Chuck Wichgers Transactional
A lawmaker urged Josh Kaul, the Attorney General, to join an investigation.
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Elon Musk Operational
Josh Kaul initiated legal action against Elon Musk regarding election bribery charges.
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Tom Tiffany Operational
The two individuals actively compete against each other, as evidenced by their participation in gubernatorial debates.
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Scott Walker Operational
The two individuals are professional rivals whose paths have intersected through opposition regarding the limits of state office powers.
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David Crowley Operational
Josh Kaul and David Crowley are observed campaigning together in Wisconsin politics.
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Foodshare Operational
Josh Kaul's legal actions provide protection to recipients of Foodshare.
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Catholic Charities Operational
Josh Kaul is alleged to have waged conflict against Catholic Charities.
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Tammy Baldwin Operational
Candidates Tammy Baldwin and Josh Kaul are observed campaigning together in Viroqua.
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Tony Evers Shared context
Both officials operate within the same governmental context in Wisconsin regarding privacy concerns related to voter data.
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DHS Operational
Josh Kaul is actively challenging or opposing the policy priorities of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Madison Shared context
Josh Kaul is currently mentioned as being located in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Kenosha County Shared context
Josh Kaul's administration operates within the political and jurisdictional context of Kenosha County.
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Sarah Godlewski Operational
Candidates Sarah Godlewski and Josh Kaul are observed campaigning together in Viroqua.
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Green Bay Shared context
Josh Kaul's campaign tour includes stops in Green Bay.
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Deere & Company Mentioned together
Josh Kaul's support for a right-to-repair settlement relates to the industry context of Deere & Company.
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Kash Patel Mentioned together
The relationship is noted in the context of the AG's office commenting on potential armed federal officials.
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Iowa Shared context
The relationship is weakly contextual, based on shared political and legal spheres.
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Milwaukee Shared context
Josh Kaul was interviewed while located in Milwaukee.
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Fond du Lac County Shared context
Josh Kaul's political activities and commentary are contextualized within Fond du Lac County.
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election commission Structural
Josh Kaul acts as an advocate or representative on behalf of the election commission.
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Waukesha County Mentioned together
The single snapshot provides general context about Josh Kaul's administration but does not establish a direct relationship with Waukesha County.
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Lindee Brill Mentioned together
No evidence linking Lindee Brill and Josh Kaul was found in the provided timeline.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
7 events- Tammy Baldwin, Sarah Godlewski, and Josh Kaul campaigned together in Viroqua.
- Kaul's administration is facing a backlog in its crime lab operations across Kenosha and Waukesha Counties.
- Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley discussed public safety with Josh Kaul, plans to work with Head Start, and aims to oppose Republican tax breaks.
- Josh Kaul allegedly used the Department of Justice to wage war on Catholic Charities.
- The new event reports on campaign commentary regarding Harris and Crowley, Trump's voting results in Wisconsin, and lawsuits filed by Josh Kaul against Trump.
- Josh Kaul announced his intention to seek re-election as Attorney General of Wisconsin.
- Josh Kaul faces Eric Toney in midterms while his office reaches a settlement with Meta.
September 2026
4 events- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is suing to block a new rule/executive order from the Trump administration regarding federally funded programs, including Head Start.
- The Wisconsin Elections Commission and the AG's office remain silent regarding the presence of federal agents at polls, while the FBI Director refuses to rule them out.
- Josh Kaul is running for top cop in Wisconsin and advocating for guardrails on controversial traffic camera use.
- Aaron Goldstein, the Fond du Lac Police Chief, is involved in a situation where the FBI compiles violent crime statistics, which Josh Kaul has commented on.
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August 2026
3 events- Wisconsin DOJ joins multi-state lawsuit challenging an executive order attempting to establish a national voter list.
- Eric Toney, currently Fond du Lac County District Attorney, is launching a campaign rematch against Josh Kaul for Wisconsin Attorney General.
- In 2019, the Department of Justice handled testing for law enforcement across Wisconsin, while Josh Kaul served as Attorney General and Eric Toney was a district attorney in Fond du Lac County.
July 2026
2 events- Supreme Court rules in favor of the Attorney General over the Legislature, with Justice Hagedorn supporting the majority.
- Officials, including Josh Kaul and Tony Evers, are involved in discussions regarding voter roll cleanup and privacy concerns, which were recently featured on CNN with Scott Jennings.
June 2026
11 events- Josh Kaul serves as the Attorney General of Wisconsin.
- An order is impacting the United States Postal Service regarding mail-in ballot deliveries, leading to challenges against the executive order.
- The Attorney General's office, represented by Josh Kaul, is responding to court regarding matters involving the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
- Election challenges are underway in the state, involving filed charges regarding the fake elector scheme.
- Josh Kaul and Dianne Hesselbein advocated for progressive policy shifts in Wisconsin.
- Political figures in Wisconsin, including Josh Kaul, Lisa Subeck, and Tom Tiffany, discussed state rights and abortion access on June 25, 2026.
- Millis urged Josh Kaul to push for the destruction of ballots.
- Attorney General race focuses on law enforcement priorities in Wisconsin.
- Kaul challenged Trump's directive on voting regarding a specific issue.
- Jim Troupis faced charges brought by AG Josh Kaul on June 17, related to his service as campaign attorney for Donald Trump's 2020 campaign.
- An executive order mandates states cooperate with the United States Postal Service, which Josh Kaul is challenging in court.