Republicans blame Trump and national environment for sweeping losses in Wisconsin

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 1,162

Last Updated: 4 days ago

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WAUSAU — Wisconsin Republicans started the evening on Tuesday feeling optimistic.

Attendees at Republican Tom Tiffany’s election night party in Wausau chatted while holding old fashioneds and napkins that declared: “You betcha we’re celebrating!” Tiffany arrived at the party around 7 p.m., taking pictures and shaking hands with attendees.

The celebratory vibe didn’t last long as a blue wave swept across the nation and Wisconsin Tuesday evening. Tiffany was defeated by …

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