AG: Wisconsin Press Releases

AG Kaul Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful Data Demand

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, joined by 16 other state AGs, is suing the Trump Administration to block a new data demand from the Department of Education to colleges and universities. The lawsuit argues the demand, which requires race and sex disaggregated data retroactively, jeopardizes student privacy and places an undue burden on institutions.

Former Village Clerk/Treasurer Charged with Theft and Misconduct

The Wisconsin Department of Justice and Dodge County District Attorney announced charges against Deanna B. Braunschweig, former clerk/treasurer for the Villages of Neosho and Chenequa. Braunschweig is accused of stealing over $280,000 and misusing village credit cards between October 2018 and September 2025.

Wisconsin AG Warns of Financial Scams, Reports 30,000 Fraud Cases

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul issued a warning about financial scams during National Consumer Protection Week. The Department of Justice highlighted available resources and reported over 30,000 fraud cases in Wisconsin in 2024, with reported losses exceeding $109 million.

Wisconsin AG settles with Apogee Wausau Group for $250,000 over air pollution

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced a $250,000 settlement with Apogee Wausau Group, Inc. (Linetec) for alleged air pollution control law violations. The settlement resolves a civil enforcement action concerning exceeding emission limits and failing to operate pollution control devices properly.

Wisconsin AG Sues OneMain Financial for Hidden Loan Add-Ons

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, joined by 12 other states, has sued OneMain Financial for allegedly engaging in a bait-and-switch lending scheme. The lawsuit claims the company charged consumers hundreds of millions of dollars in hidden fees and interest through undisclosed add-on products. The states are seeking restitution, penalties, and an order to cease these practices.