# Van Orden vs Cooke in Wisconsin's Battle for the House | Lubbock News

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Podcast: [Lubbock News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lubbock-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7571537)
Published: 2026-09-12T15:11:26+00:00
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In a high-stakes rematch in Wisconsin’s key battleground district, Navy SEAL veteran Congressman Derrick Van Orden is doubling down on his loyalty to Donald Trump, betting that energizing the MAGA base will secure his victory — even as polls show a razor-thin margin against Democrat Rebecca Cooke. Van Orden, known for his confrontational style and AI-generated campaign satire, frames himself as a fighter against “rampant socialists,” while Cooke seeks to unite moderates and independents frustrated with the current political direction. With control of the House on the line, this clash of ideologies promises to be one of the most pivotal races of the midterms. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6bab4375652cc8e2

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