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18th District lawmakers to host town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground
Stephanie McClintock and John Ley will meet with Battle Ground constituents to answer questions, review the new income tax, and discuss the effects of the $80 billion budget.
POLL: After hearing state leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as vulnerable in an earthquake, what is your reaction?
State and local leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as structurally at risk but recommend drivers continue crossing it while complex replacement plans unfold.
Opinion: Historical state income tax and another massive operating budget highlight the end of the 2026 legislative session
Rep. John Ley details the passage of a state income tax, an expanding $80 billion budget, and new Clark County infrastructure funding following the 2026 legislative session.
VIDEO: Legal challenges certain as Gov. Ferguson prepares to sign new income tax
Senate Minority Leader John Braun and other legislators expect legal challenges and initiative efforts to follow Gov. Ferguson’s signature on Washington’s new income tax law affecting high earners…
Opinion: Fighting for transparency in Washington government
A recent court decision allows Washington lawmakers broad new secrecy over internal records, as advocates report rising obstacles to government transparency and public engagement.
New Washington law clarifies what is an ‘election’
After a court ruling challenged the state’s definition of “election,” lawmakers clarified the law to prevent double voting and maintain the integrity of Washington’s ballots.
Opinion: Attacking Democracy in the name of Democracy
Ryan Frost critiques several 2024 legislative bills, warning unchecked Democrat dominance enables policies that erode local accountability, block referenda, and threaten citizen participation.
Opinion: Washington passed an income tax to fund education, then the same majority cut education — and left $700+ million on the table
State officials passed a new income tax to fund education, then approved over $1 billion in cuts—while forgoing $700 million in annual federal scholarships students could have received.
Opinion: ‘Washington’s majority party is panicking’
Nancy Churchill argues that controversial state policies, including new taxes, law enforcement changes, and agency power grabs, are generating a wave of backlash in communities across Washington.
Letter: ‘Now we have Engineer Bob telling us the I-5 Bridge needs replacing because it is built on shifting sand with wooden structures’
Amboy resident Thomas Schenk critiques Democrat leadership, tax policies, and the addition of light rail to the I-5 Bridge, while urging Republican voters to participate more in midterm elections.
The I-5 Bridge is vulnerable to collapse, but apparently not <em>that</em> vulnerable
State leaders and Vancouver’s mayor warn about bridge safety, but insist it’s safe enough for daily use as they focus on moving forward with a costly replacement including light rail—despite decade…
Opinion: ‘This is not the best and most efficient use of the taxpayers’ funds’
Ken Vance critiques the announced $14.4 billion I-5 Bridge replacement, questioning funding gaps, the insistence on light rail, unaddressed congestion, and transparency from state officials.
Cost for IBR’s total project ‘most likely’ to be $14.4 billion
Washington’s governor committed to a light rail bridge across the Columbia River, prioritizing the $7.65 billion initial phase while sidestepping the full project’s $14.4 billion price tag.
WA’s Joe Kent leaving Trump administration over war in Iran
Kent resigned his top intelligence role after opposing U.S. involvement in Iran, criticizing both the administration’s policy and claims of an imminent Iranian threat.
Opinion: America’s newest anti-war activist – Joe Kent
Lars Larson criticizes Joe Kent’s resignation from the National Counterterrorism Center over opposition to Iran strikes, questioning Kent’s stance as global threats persist.
Opinion: Let’s make Washington state affordable for everyone
Rep. David Stuebe criticizes state lawmakers’ spending increases and calls for tax relief, budget reforms, and restored funding for essential services across Washington.
Winners, losers and takeaways from WA’s legislative session
Funding reductions affect Transition to Kindergarten and Running Start, while free school lunches are set for 2029 using new income tax revenue.
‘An upward trajectory’: Petroleum expert on Iran conflict’s impact on gas prices
Drivers in Washington are facing steeper costs at the pump due to supply disruptions, increased taxes, and a closed oil shipping route, which together raise expenses for businesses and consumers.