WISCONSIN (MacIver Institute) -- The MacIver Monday newsletter is jam packed this week, starting with an announcement about supporting Judge Jim Troupis in his effort to fight back against lawfare. Read on for more.
Spotlight
MacIver Institute Files Amicus Brief in Troupis Case to Safeguard Judicial Integrity
Late on Friday, we filed an amicus curiae brief with the Wisconsin Supreme Court supporting Judge Jim Troupis in a politically charged criminal case tied to the 2020 election. Our brief urges the Court to grant Troupis's petition for review and order a hearing about credible allegations of judicial impropriety in Dane County Circuit Court.
Failing to address these suspicions risks eroding public trust in Wisconsin's judiciary, especially amid national criticism labeling the case as "lawfare" damaging lives and courts. Read more here.
Deep Dive
From the Rivers to the Lakes, and Beyond: Protecting Property Rights from Public Trust Expansion
Richard Moore continues his coverage of a Shorewood trespass case that has the potential to dangerously expand Wisconsin's public trust doctrine and threaten private property rights across the state.
The state Constitution declares waters up to the ordinary high-water mark as public property for navigation and recreation. As Richard sees it, "mission creep" could lead to unchecked state regulation of lakeshores, wetlands, and beyond, potentially even banning structures like boathouses or cottages deemed "ugly." Richard calls for preserving strict boundaries to avoid turning private land into public domain.
Read this important perspectives piece here.
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Coming Soon
Wisconsin Looking to Hire $187,000 Per-year Gender Dysphoria Psychologist
Wisconsin’s prison managers are looking for a six figure, part-time psychologist to focus on sex changes for inmates. The state’s Department of Corrections last week posted a job listing for a gender dysphoria psychologist consultant. The position is based at the DOC headquarters in Madison, and pays $90 an-hour. That's $187,2000 per-year. Though the state says it may not be a full time job.
You Should Know
Wisconsin Lawmakers Praise SCOTUS Ruling on Secret Gender Policies
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision that affirmed parents' rights in school gender-related decisions striked down "secret gender policies" where schools hide students' mental health issues like gender dysphoria from parents. Legislative Republicans like Rep. Barb Dittrich and Sen. Andre Jacque hailed the ruling and urged Evers to sign legislation to ban such policies statewide. At least 14 districts, including Milwaukee and Madison, have these practices.
Quick Click
More Than 10% of Wisconsin Deer Tested Positive for CWD
The DNR's 2025 hunting season data shows 11% of sampled deer (2,006 out of 17,759) tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease, with the Southern Farmland Zone hit hardest at 22.7%. Chronic Wasting Disease challenges wildlife management, deer health, and hunting traditions, prompting ongoing DNR efforts like hunter testing services.
For Your Commute
In this week's MacIver News Minute, MacIver CEO Annette Olson urges voters to stay engaged in key issues even as the legislative session ends. With polls showing voter indecision in key races for State Supreme Court and Governor, Annette calls on listeners to follow MacIver for updates and hold leaders accountable. Listen below.
Last Update: Mar 09, 2026 1:05 pm CDT
