New Democratic Party of Wisconsin chair, Devin Remiker, joins to talk about getting his start in La Crosse, the state budget and Derrick Van Orden, plus the upcoming governor race.

Remiker began his term as chair this month, succeeding Ben Wikler. A UW-La Crosse graduate, Remiker got his start in politics with state Rep. Steve Doyle (D-Onalaska), before joining former La Crosse Mayor Tim Kabat’s campaign and later working for longtime U.S. House Rep. Ron Kind (D-La Crosse).

He joined the show just hours before heading to La Crosse for a 6 p.m. Thursday town hall (sign up here), focused on the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Attendees will also be able to ask questions on broader topics involving government and politics.

During the interview, Remiker gives his opinion on what he wants Gov. Tony Evers to do about running for re-election. Evers has not yet announced his plans, though that could come even before Thursday’s event.

We also talk with Remiker about the recent passage of the Wisconsin state budget and how U.S. House Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) wanted to both take credit for securing over $1 billion in federal healthcare funding for Wisconsin, while voting less than 24 hours later to take that same future funding away.

Remiker is also asked about the state of the Democratic Party right now and what it can do, as Republicans hold the entire federal government.

New Democratic Party of Wisconsin chair, Devin Remiker, joins to talk about getting his start in La Crosse, the state budget and Derrick Van Orden, plus the upcoming governor race.
Remiker began his term as chair this month, succeeding Ben Wikler. A UW-La Crosse graduate, Remiker got his start in politics with state Rep. Steve Doyle (D-Onalaska), before joining former La Crosse Mayor Tim Kabat&rsquo;s campaign and later working for longtime U.S. House Rep. Ron Kind (D-La Crosse).
He joined the show just hours before heading to La Crosse for a 6 p.m. Thursday town hall (<a href="https://www.mobilize.us/wisdems/event/813270/">sign up here</a>), focused on the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Attendees will also be able to ask questions on broader topics involving government and politics.
During the interview, Remiker gives his opinion on what he wants Gov. Tony Evers to do about running for re-election. Evers has not yet announced his plans, though that could come even before Thursday&rsquo;s event.
We also talk with Remiker about the recent passage of the Wisconsin state budget and how U.S. House Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) wanted to both take credit for securing over $1 billion in federal healthcare funding for Wisconsin, while voting less than 24 hours later to take that same future funding away.
Remiker is also asked about the state of the Democratic Party right now and what it can do, as Republicans hold the entire federal government.

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WIZM's LaCrosse Talk. News and talk about the issues of the day for Western Wisconsin.

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Broadcast live weekday mornings on WIZM News Talk 92.3 FM, 106.7 FM, 1410 AM, and streaming at wizmnews.com and on the WIZM app, La Crosse Talk dives into the headlines, local politics, community issues, and conversations that matter most to listeners in the Coulee Region. Hosted as part of the La Crosse Talk Morning Show, each episode features in-depth interviews with newsmakers, elected officials, experts, and everyday citizens offering real perspectives on the events and decisions impacting La Crosse and surrounding communities. Whether it's breaking news, civic discussions, or community stories, La Crosse Talk keeps you informed and connected to the place you call home.

WIZM&rsquo;s La Crosse Talk brings you the voices shaping Western Wisconsin. Broadcast live weekday mornings on WIZM News Talk 92.3 FM, 106.7 FM, 1410 AM, and streaming at <a href="https://www.wizmnews.com/">wizmnews.com</a> and on the WIZM app, La Crosse Talk dives into the headlines, local politics, community issues, and conversations that matter most to listeners in the Coulee Region. Hosted as part of the La Crosse Talk Morning Show, each episode features in-depth interviews with newsmakers, elected officials, experts, and everyday citizens offering real perspectives on the events and decisions impacting La Crosse and surrounding communities.&nbsp;Whether it's breaking news, civic discussions, or community stories, La Crosse Talk keeps you informed and connected to the place you call home.