Evers Uses Pseudonym Email Like Predecessors, Raising Transparency Questions
• Gov. Tony Evers uses pseudonym "Warren Spahn" email to communicate, continuing precedent set by Gov. Scott Walker & others • Practice intended for digital security & to avoid inbox flooding, though raises transparency concerns • Walker used "kevin.scott" email; says it allowed handling of constituent emails while protecting Walker • DOJ previously discouraged practice under Republican AG Brad Schimel, but records provided when requested • Watchdogs question justification & risks of abuse if public doesn't know alternate emails exist that may hold records