Crowley gains late support as Hong confronts social media controversy

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 1,594

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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With a week remaining before Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is gaining late momentum with a series of endorsements and a fundraising advantage as state Rep. Francesca Hong faces renewed scrutiny about years-old, controversial social media posts.

Crowley, who reentered the race about two weeks ago after dropping out, is campaigning across the state this week, including with Gov. Tony Evers. The popular two-term governor had stayed out of the …

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