Rock Springs lawmakers oppose Freedom Caucus PAC’s motion to dismiss in defamation lawsuit
There’s ample evidence the WY Freedom PAC’s written communications were both false and defamatory, Reps. J.T. Larson and Cody Wylie allege.
Wyoming State Canvassing Board certifies election amid Weston County concerns
An initial miscount in the race for Rep. Chip Neiman’s district was eventually resolved, but some voters remain skeptical.
Holding an election in remote Wyoming requires extraordinary measures. Just look at Bairoil.
Ballots take a 160-mile journey from the remote polling station, crossing the Continental Divide three times along the way. It’s an ordinary part of Sweetwater County’s election process that locals aim to keep going.
Voters approve property-tax amendment to Wyoming Constitution
Residential property tax will now be in a separate tax class, clearing the way for lawmakers to make isolated changes to how homes are taxed.
Democratic legislators fend off challengers in Laramie
Wyoming’s only town with a public four-year university held onto all three of its Democratic legislators Tuesday night, and will account for half of the House’s six representatives.
Freedom Caucus wins control of Wyoming House
The hard-line group of Republicans racked up enough wins Tuesday to secure a majority in the House for the first time.
Election 2024 live: In Wyoming’s most expensive real estate market, voters back property tax relief
Follow along on Election Day as WyoFile brings you the latest news from across Wyoming.
Barrasso, Hageman coast to victory in general election
The Republican triumphs were expected in one of the nation’s reddest states.
Strong turnout as Wyomingites brave long lines, frigid temps to vote
After underwhelming participation in the August primary, voters flocked to the polls for the general election, citing everything from the presidential contest to a series of local races and initiatives.
Albany County Democratic lawmakers face coordinated challenge from the right
The three Democratic incumbents are some of the last remaining minority party members in the statehouse.
Real estate group pours more than half a million dollars into property tax campaign
The ‘4 Wyoming’ PAC is spending big on a chance to separate residential property into a distinct tax class — one potential solution for reform.
Everything you need to know about ‘judicial retention’ on your Wyoming ballot
While judges are chosen through a nomination and appointment process, voters must opt to keep judges for them to remain on the bench.
America’s growing political divide reaches Wyoming school boards, city councils
Most local offices are explicitly nonpartisan. But a growing number of candidates and political action committees are injecting politics into them anyway.
Wind River Reservation race could shift power balance in Wyoming’s Legislature
Wyoming political junkies are closely watching the race for House District 33, where Democrat Ivan Posey is challenging the incumbent Republican Sarah Penn.
Natrona GOP applauds Wyoming election integrity, condemns state party for casting ‘doubt’
The resolution is the latest salvo in a long-standing conflict between the more traditionalist county party and the hard-line statewide organization.
Wyoming Freedom Caucus PAC asks judge to toss defamation case
The plaintiffs are ‘seeking to punish and censor criticism of their records as legislators and to profit from their public service’ the PAC argues in a Friday filing.
Early voters are lining up around Wyoming, outpacing primary turnout
County election offices in the most populous counties say the lines are longer and voting numbers stronger than the comparatively modest showing during the primaries.
Sheridan County GOP deletes racist Facebook post after chairman calls it ‘inappropriate’
The post used a racial slur and referenced former President Donald Trump’s recent campaign stop at a McDonald’s.
After being sued, Wyoming Freedom Caucus PAC sent more controversial mailers
Falsely accusing lawmakers of voting to remove Trump from the ballot is especially damaging in conservative Wyoming, a newly amended lawsuit asserts.
Wyoming Democrats urge their voters to ‘come home’ as party numbers sag
Registering and voting as a Republican ‘hasn’t worked’ to bring Legislature ‘closer to the middle’ says WDP Chair. ‘It’s time to come home.’
Gordon, Gray spar over Wyoming election security
The two disagree on how to prevent non-citizens from voting in Wyoming’s elections. Meanwhile, there’s no evidence of a widespread problem.
Property tax reform is on the November ballot: Here’s what to know
Voters will decide whether to separate out residential property taxes and allow lawmakers to make isolated changes to how homes are taxed.
Wyoming lawmakers angle for leadership roles by pledging conservatism
The maneuvering comes as the statehouse’s hard-line factions appear poised to control both chambers of the Legislature following their success in August’s primary election.
The takeover: How Wyoming’s ‘tireless minority’ took control
In only a few years, the Wyoming Freedom Caucus went from a loose collection of several lawmakers to the group now poised to control the statehouse. The transformation came as the group aligned with a national organization.
The takeover: A reluctant politician, a far-right firebrand and the fight for Wyoming conservatism
In House District 57, a school administrator and political newcomer sought to challenge the ‘Joan of Arc’ of Wyoming’s far-right movement. The race was a journey of moral calculations and personal sacrifice amid a time when Wyoming politics has become characterized by personal attacks.
A WyoFile Q&A with Gov. Mark Gordon
Wyoming’s chief executive spoke with WyoFile about working with the Freedom Caucus, the state of Wyoming politics and his vision for the remainder of his term.
Here are the races that will decide control of the Wyoming Legislature
Fifteen statehouse seats are contested in the general election, several of which will determine how much control the hard-line Freedom Caucus holds in Cheyenne.
Mailers, canvassing and Facebook — Wyoming politicos share what won primary elections
Some say Wyoming’s 2024 primary election ushered in a new era of ugly campaigning, while others contend the results — and the voters — delivered a different message.
Lawsuit seeks to overturn Wyoming’s ‘sore loser law,’ let primary rejects run again
A former lawmaker and an unsuccessful legislative candidate are challenging the state’s prohibition on failed primary candidates from appearing on the general election ballot as an independent.
Board certifies Wyoming’s election results without fanfare after tumultuous primary season
A successful Election Day follows a primary that spawned misleading mailers, two lawsuits and concern over voting machines.
Red-state liberals bask in a sea of blue at Democratic National Convention
Chicago was a political oasis for delegates from Wyoming, a state where Democrats account for just over 11% of registered voters.
This is what democracy looks like
WyoFile teamed up with photographer Mike Vanata to document voters at polling places around Laramie and Cheyenne.
Several legislative races decided by slim margins as voters stayed home Tuesday
The race for a House district spanning Natrona and Converse counties came down to just seven votes. A recount produced identical results.
Wyoming Freedom Caucus gains power, but November will determine statehouse control
While both Republican factions saw upsets Tuesday, the hard-line flank is strongly positioned to take a majority in the House.
Wyoming primary yields lowest voter turnout since 2016
The decline in turnout was widespread, with all the most populated counties experiencing similar drops. Several factors may have contributed to the trend.
Wyoming voters share what brought them to the polls
Some participated because they saw it as their civic duty. Others were motivated by specific issues, from abortion to support for local services.
Election 2024 live: Freedom Caucus gains ground
Follow along on primary day as WyoFile brings you the latest election news.
Speaker of the House Sommers loses bid for Senate seat
Kemmerer woolgrower takes down Pinedale cattleman, ending a 12-year stint in the statehouse. The speaker’s former House seat goes to Schmid, who tops Urbigkit.
Sweetwater County GOP voters oust Stith and Niemiec, retain two incumbents
Veterans are out as electors keep Wylie, Larson, who were targets of mailers that prompted defamation lawsuit.
In Fremont County, Larsen squeaks by, Oakley loses her seat
Salazar and Ottman also win reelection, while political newcomer Joel Guggenmos will replace Riverton prosecutor Ember Oakley.
Jarvis defeats Ward, but other Natrona County incumbents overcome challengers
Far-right firebrand loses reelection bid after local school administrator earns more than 56% of the vote.
Barrasso, Hageman handily defeat Republican challengers
Both will face Democratic challengers in November.
Wyoming voters ‘boiling mad’ over misleading mailers
At polling places, voters expressed dismay at a wave of negative and sometimes inaccurate advertisements that characterized this year’s Wyoming primary election
Control of the Capitol: What the 2024 primary could mean for Wyoming issues
Whether the Wyoming Caucus or Freedom Caucus triumphs Tuesday will impact policies ranging from public education and mental health care, to energy and wildlife.
Leaving blue states, political newcomers hope to turn Wyoming a darker shade of red
Deep Wyoming roots hold political currency in the Equality State, but new arrivals, with far-right politics, have scored victories and prompted a question: Do longtime ties still matter?
As candidates spend big, one out-of-state group injects $370K into Wyoming’s primaries
The increase in political spending comes as two factions of the Wyoming Republican Party vie for control of the statehouse.
Out and wanting back in: An old lawmaker fights for another shot at wintering in Cheyenne
Dissatisfaction with their representation is an often-cited motivation for former lawmakers trying to reoccupy their seats, but it can partly be a personal decision, too.
Hard-line Freedom Caucus outraises traditionalist Wyoming Caucus ahead of primary
The dueling Republican groups spent about evenly since January, but on different things, according to campaign finance reports due this week.
Teachers’ lobby targets candidates ahead of ‘pivotal’ Wyoming election
The Wyoming Education Association has publicly criticized Freedom Caucus members who oppose its positions. Some call foul.
Secretary of State calls for retests of voting machines 8 days before Wyoming primary elections
Chuck Gray says he’s responding to faulty tests of voting equipment. Some counties are retesting at his request. At least one is ignoring him.
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