GOP Candidate Warns Bernie-Backed Dem Rival's Green Ties Could Hit Farms and Energy

Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden warned that his Democratic rival's endorsement by an environmental group threatens Wisconsin agriculture and energy costs in a key battleground race. The candidate framed the green ties as a direct economic threat to local farmers and families facing high utility bills. This rhetoric highlights the intersection of environmental policy and economic concerns in the 2026 election cycle.