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Travis C. Hakes

Republican · Wisconsin · 2026 · Incumbent

Sheriff of Chippewa County since January 2023, according to the Leader-Telegram, which reports he is 39. That paper notes he points to school safety work and services for domestic violence victims, and that a 2023 county board inquiry produced findings about text messages and absences.

Priorities

Proactive staff recruitment, per the Leader-Telegram
Adopting new law enforcement technology, per the Leader-Telegram
Public safety partnerships with other agencies, per the Leader-Telegram

On the ballot

Chippewa County Sheriff · Wisconsin · 2026

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