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Young GOP Challenger Eyes Wisconsin Seat | Milwaukee News

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Twenty-six-year-old Michael Alfonso, son-in-law of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, is poised to become one of the youngest members of Congress after winning the Republican nomination for Wisconsin’s 7th District. Despite facing fierce criticism over his age, residency, and family ties, Alfonso leveraged Trump’s endorsement and his core values of faith, family, and freedom to win a crowded GOP primary. He’ll now face Democratic nominee Fred Clark, a former state legislator who opposes Trump’s policies, in a race that could reshape this reliably Republican seat — all while navigating the harsh realities of political scrutiny and gratitude for those who challenged him. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/69c6b6acee34d085

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