Wisconsin gubernatorial race: Crowley leads Tiffany in new poll

In the Wisconsin gubernatorial race, Democratic nominee David Crowley holds a five-point lead over Republican Representative Tom Tiffany among likely voters, according to a new Marquette Law School poll. The poll shows Crowley leading 49-44, though the candidates are tied at 44-44 among all registered voters. Crowley maintains a significant advantage among likely independent voters, while approximately one-third of general election voters remain undecided.

Political tension has also emerged regarding the expansion of data centers. Crowley has expressed interest in making Wisconsin a global hub for AI and data, a position his opponent has used in campaign advertisements. Tiffany has criticized this stance, labeling Crowley ‘Data Center David Crowley’ and arguing that the priority should be protecting farmland, water, and taxpayers. This comes amid shifting voter sentiment, with recent polling indicating an increasing number of voters believe the costs of data centers outweigh their benefits.