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How could Trump’s conviction play into races in Washington?
Donald Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts in a New York City court prompted a flood of speculation about what the outcome means for the former president’s bid to return to the White House in the November election. But Thursday’s verdict seems likely to have ripple effects in races farther down Washington state’s ballot.
Political stunt or needed perspective? Congressional candidates travel to border, Ukraine
As candidates vying to represent Eastern Washington in Congress attempt to distinguish themselves in a crowded field, several have made trips far afield from the district to demonstrate their commitment to issues they would need to address in D.C.
Congressional candidate Michael Baumgartner films impromptu campaign ad at scene of suspected murder in Spokane
Spokane County Treasurer Michael Baumgartner, who is running to represent Eastern Washington in Congress, was preparing for a day of filming campaign ads Thursday morning to highlight various themes for his campaign, including public safety.
Smart phones and state funding: Candidates for state superintendent answer questions of high schoolers in candidate forum
Candidates for state superintendent discussed their perspectives on various topics, including school funding, sex education, mental health and parents rights at a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Washington at Ridgeline High School Monday night.
Ozzie Knezovich, others endorse Jacquelin Maycumber for Congress
State Rep. Jacquelin Maycumber, one of the leading Republicans in a crowded field running to represent Eastern Washington in Congress, unveiled a sizable slate of law enforcement and fire union endorsements Tuesday at a news conference in Spokane.
Natural gas regulation initiative might appear on Washington’s ballot in November
Supporters of a statewide initiative to stop Washington’s move to phase out natural gas use in buildings launched their signature-gathering campaign this week.
Marcus Riccelli now running unopposed for state Senate seat after last-minute opponent Ericka Lalka withdraws without explanation
State Rep. Marcus Riccelli, D-Spokane, will soon be a state senator, barring an insurgent write-in campaign, after his only opponent withdrew from the race Monday.
One Bob to rule them all: Two of the three candidates for governor named Bob Ferguson drop out of Washington’s race
Drama that ensued last week when three people named Bob Ferguson all filed campaigns to run for Washington’s governor appeared to have boiled over Monday when two of the trio of Bobs dropped out of the race. On Monday afternoon, state attorney general Bob Ferguson issued a public statement in which he threatened to take legal action if the other two people by the same name did not withdraw their candidacies by the deadline later that day.
Here’s who filed for office in Spokane County
Friday was the deadline to file for political office in the Aug. 6 primary in Washington, and Monday was the deadline for candidates to withdraw from races if they changed their minds.
No endorsement from Medical Lake Mayor Terri Cooper after she suspends congressional campaign
Medical Lake Mayor Terri Cooper has suspended her campaign to represent Eastern Washington in Congress, she acknowledged in a news release after not filing to run before the Friday deadline.
Fewer and fewer new candidates filing for office in Spokane County as deadline approaches
The tap of new candidates entering elections this year is drying up, with relatively few people joining their respective races in the last two days and even fewer surprises. Friday is the last day for candidates to file with the Washington Secretary of State to appear on ballots later this year.
Brown backs away from proposed property tax increase on August ballot
A major Spokane property tax increase likely will be pulled from the August ballot to allow time for “additional analysis,” Mayor Lisa Brown’s administration announced Wednesday. .
Candidate filing week in Washington kicked off Monday. Here are some prominent contenders in this year’s statewide races
Monday marked the beginning of candidate filing week in the state, opening the doors for Washingtonians to officially throw their hats in the ring for more than 400 federal, state, judicial, legislative and county offices up for grabs in the November election.
Tiffany Smiley, who lost bid for U.S. Senate in 2022, enters race challenging Rep. Dan Newhouse
Tiffany Smiley, the political newcomer who lost a 2022 bid to unseat incumbent Sen. Patty Murray, is challenging incumbent Congressman Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, she announced Monday.
Major tax increase proposal headed to Spokane voters in August ballot to fill budget hole and invest in public safety
Voters will be asked in August to raise property taxes in the City of Spokane to stave off a looming budget deficit and public safety.
Candidates hoping to replace McMorris Rodgers in Congress have raised $1 million. Here’s who’s got the most.
The race to represent Eastern Washington in Congress is heating up, as evidenced by the $1 million raised by a dozen candidates – most of it in the first three months of the year.
Freeman School District levy fails again
For the second time this year, Freeman voters failed to support the school district’s $5 million capital levy.
Washington state Republican Party endorses 6 candidates as races for statewide offices heat up
The candidates who managed to clinch a party endorsement are not guaranteed a spot on the general election ballot come November. However, an endorsement earns them free publicity and fundraising help from the party in the coming months.
Washington candidate for governor Bob Ferguson holds fundraising event in downtown Spokane
Ferguson spoke at a luncheon in the Spokane Convention Center to a room full of roughly 170 local politicians and community members, asking them to donate to his campaign. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown and City Councilmember Zack Zappone spoke at the fundraising event before Ferguson stepped up to the podium.
Second times the charm? Freeman School District seeks capital levy again after failure in February
Rockford voters may think they’re experiencing a case of deja vu when filling out their ballots for the special election April 23.