The Candidate Funding Numbers Are In!

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki — with Republican strategist Bill McCoshen arriving mid-show — to break down escalating tension in Minneapolis and why President Trump is sending ICE agents there, raising questions about political distraction and federal overreach. The panel also tackled Trump’s renewed push to acquire Greenland and the fierce backlash from Denmark and European allies. Back in Wisconsin, the conversation turned to the state’s massive budget surplus and the political fight over whether it should go toward property tax relief or be held by the legislature. Joe then unveiled his deep dive into 2026 gubernatorial and Supreme Court race fundraising, sparking analysis of what the early money says about the political landscape. The show wrapped with bipartisan “Say Something Nice,” a grab bag touching on climate, public safety, and Packers frustration, and a look ahead to the weekend’s NFL playoff matchups.