Crowley’s Upset in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News

Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Wisconsin’s Democratic governor race turned into a wild, unpredictable rollercoaster as David Crowley pulled off a stunning upset over frontrunner Francesca Hong. With resurfaced tweets, campaign finance chaos, and last-minute candidate shifts, the race defied expectations — especially when Governor Tony Evers reversed his initial neutrality to endorse Crowley, a move that sparked debate but ultimately delivered the win. Though Hong’s loss doesn’t end her political influence, Republican challenger Tom Tiffany now faces a recalibrated strategy. Crowley’s victory was fueled by an unlikely…