More than 95% of Wisconsin farms are family-owned. This National Farmers Day, we salute Wisconsin’s farm families whose generations of dedication has grown our communities, our economy, and the food that feeds the world.

An airplane fell out of the sky and into a lake. At night. And everyone lived. This is one of those exceedingly rare news stories where the correct response is "THANK GOD!" "THANK GOODNESS!" Or "I'M THANKFUL!"

Absolute miracle that Tom and the pilot came out of this with only minor injuries.

As a new generation grows up without memories of September 11th, it’s our responsibility to tell them what happened that day and how unity emerged from tragedy. May we never forget. 🇺🇸

Vote.

Today, we honor the brave Americans who have been awarded the Purple Heart for being wounded or killed while serving our nation. These heroes shed their blood defending our country and our freedoms. We are grateful for their sacrifice.

We're excited to welcome another artist-in-residence to the Capitol! A big thank you to young Tucker from the @MuskegoNorwaySc for sharing his incredible artwork and helping to brighten our office.

57 years ago, mankind took one giant leap into the unknown. It’s a reminder that our greatest achievements begin with the courage to explore beyond what's thought to be possible.

Faith, family, community. Paul Farrow dedicated his life to all three. He was never shy about sending an early morning text, making a late night phone call, or dropping into the Capitol for a surprise visit to advocate for Waukesha County. He fought so hard because he cared so much. To Amy and his family, to his many friends in the legislature, to those who knew him, and to all of us who live in Waukesha County, his impact will live on long, long after today. Rest in Peace, my friend.

On July 4th, 1776, a group of ordinary men crafted an extraordinary document. They declared that our rights come not from government, but from God. That every person is born free and equal. That no king, no government, no power on earth can take that away. These men didn’t always live up to their ideals, but what makes America special isn’t that we’re perfect. It’s that we’re constantly striving to become a more perfect union.

Hope to see you Wednesday!

Had a blast at the Mukwonago Father’s Day Parade! Hats off to all the dads out there making an impact in their kids’ lives.

Juneteenth marks the day freedom finally reached those from whom it had been kept the longest. My party, the Republican party, was born in that same fight; founded by abolitionists who believed equal opportunity was the fulfillment of this nation’s promise.

Long may she wave.

Flag Day is this weekend. As we gear up to honor Old Glory, it's good to remember how our beloved banner got to where it is today, because it didn't start with 50 stars. The very first flag, the Grand Union of 1776, actually still bore the British Union Jack in its corner. It wasn't until 1777 that the familiar stars and stripes took shape; 13 of each, one for every original colony declaring independence. From there, the flag grew alongside the nation. Every new state earned its star, and the need for a new flag. The 15-star flag flew during the War of 1812 and inspired Francis Scott Key to write what would become our national anthem. By 1818, Congress stepped in with a rule: 13 stripes always, to honor the founders, but a new star for every new state added the following July 4th. The additions kept coming; sometimes one at a time, sometimes in clusters. In 1848, our flag got its 30thstar when Wisconsin achieved statehood. You can see this version of the flag at the Waukesha and New Berlin 4th of July parades, where it will be carried as part of my office’s parade entry. The addition of New Mexico and Arizona in 1912 brought the count to 48. That flag flew through two World Wars and Korea. In 1959, Alaska and Hawaii crossed the finish line, and on July 4, 1960, the 50-star flag was raised for the first time. It has flown ever since, and is the longest-serving version of the flag in American history. 🇺🇸