Representatives Tony Wied (8th District) and Glenn Grothman (6th District) are preparing to serve in the House minority during the 120th Congress. Both men emphasized a commitment to respectful, bipartisan collaboration that directly benefits residents of Northeastern Wisconsin.
Commitment to Respectful Cooperation
Wied told local reporters, “I think you have to be respectful, treat people well and I do that and I have plenty of friends on the other side of the aisle. If it will possibly impact the people of Northeastern Wisconsin, it’s important to work across the aisle and I did that in my first term. I’ll continue to do that.”
Grothman added, “There are some bills that are the type of bills you already have Democrat co‑sponsors with, and I’d like to think I could get them through. There’s certainly things we’ll be able to accomplish. I think I want to educate the Democrats on some things they’re just flat out wrong about.”
Democratic Oversight and Trump Administration Response
The Democratic Party campaigned on holding the Trump administration accountable, and their recent victory gives them control over congressional oversight. That authority includes the ability to issue subpoenas for witnesses and documents, a power they have pledged to use.
A congresswoman from New Jersey warned that Democrats might “toss out subpoenas like Mardi Gras beads.” In response, Wied posted on X, “Make no mistake: This is all about political power. Democrats have no plans to make life better for you.”
President Trump has warned he will use his veto power if he believes Democrats are being “destructive.” While Congress could overturn a veto with a two‑thirds majority in both chambers, that would require Republican cooperation—an outcome the administration hopes to avoid.
Looking Ahead to 2028
Wisconsin’s new House delegation will be evenly split—four Democrats and four Republicans—the first such balance since the 2004 elections for the 109th Congress. As the 2028 presidential election approaches, the Democratic Party will control the oversight agenda, but Republicans like Wied and Grothman say they will continue to champion policies that improve life for Wisconsin families.
When asked whether the Republican Party needs to change to retake control in 2028, Wied emphasized personal responsibility and community engagement: “I can only control what I do. I think it’s important to be out in the community visiting with folks and understanding any of the concerns and issues they have and working to solve them.”
Local Impact
Both representatives stressed that their bipartisan efforts are rooted in the specific needs of Northeastern Wisconsin—jobs, infrastructure, and family stability. By maintaining relationships with Democratic colleagues, they aim to advance legislation that addresses local concerns while upholding the values of faith, family, and individual liberty that define the community.
Original reporting: FOX 11 WLUK Green Bay (local) — read the source article.
