MADISON (CBS 58) – Attorney General Brad Schimel official kicked off his re-election campaign on Thursday.

In statement, Schimel said in part, “During my time as Attorney General I’ve pushed for harsh penalties for violent and career criminals and will continue to be a tough, fair and independent voice for Wisconsin families.”

Schimel has served as Attorney General since 2015. He is a Waukesha County native and attended University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and UW-Madison.