County Board Candidate Faces Complaint for Alleged False Claims in Campaign Ads

Greenfield residents at center of contentious Milwaukee County Board District 11 race

Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:06am

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A Milwaukee County Board race in District 11, which includes parts of Greenfield and Greendale, has turned sharply contentious. Incumbent Supervisor Kathleen Vincent has filed a complaint accusing challenger Ryan Antczak of knowingly spreading false claims about her meeting attendance and job performance in his campaign ads. The Milwaukee County District Attorney is being asked to investigate, and potential misdemeanor charges could follow if the allegations are substantiated.

Why it matters

This race has become a closely watched contest for Greenfield and Greendale voters, as it highlights the growing trend of political candidates making unsubstantiated claims in campaign ads. The outcome could have significant implications for the representation and governance of the local community.

The details

According to reports, Supervisor Kathleen Vincent has filed a complaint alleging that her challenger, Ryan Antczak, has made false claims about her meeting attendance and job performance in his campaign ads. The Milwaukee County District Attorney is now being asked to investigate the matter, and potential misdemeanor charges could be filed if the allegations are found to be true. This dispute has drawn heightened attention to the District 11 race, which covers parts of Greenfield and Greendale.

  • Kathleen Vincent filed the complaint against Ryan Antczak in late March 2026.
  • The Milwaukee County District Attorney is currently investigating the allegations.

The players

Kathleen Vincent

The incumbent Milwaukee County Board Supervisor for District 11, which includes parts of Greenfield and Greendale.

Ryan Antczak

The challenger running against Kathleen Vincent for the Milwaukee County Board District 11 seat.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to make false claims in campaign ads that mislead voters.”

— Kathleen Vincent, Incumbent Milwaukee County Board Supervisor

What’s next

The Milwaukee County District Attorney's office is expected to make a decision on potential charges against Ryan Antczak in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This contentious County Board race highlights the growing problem of political candidates making unsubstantiated claims in campaign ads, which can undermine the democratic process and erode public trust. Voters in Greenfield and Greendale will be closely watching the outcome of this investigation and the implications it may have for representation in their community.