AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLegislative Races: In northeast Seattle, newcomer Will Dreher is challenging longtime Rep. Gerry Pollet, with both Democrats disputing who has the stronger progressive record. Central Washington’s open 4th Congressional District seat is also drawing a sharp contest between Republican Amanda McKinney and Democrat John Duresky. Millionaires Tax: As voters weigh a repeal initiative, Rep. Cindy Ryu’s support for eventually extending the tax to households earning $250,000 has intensified debate over whether it could reach beyond millionaires. Medicaid Ruling: A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from cutting nonemergency Medicaid coverage for qualified noncitizen SSI recipients in Washington; the state said about 14,000 people were at risk of losing coverage. Election Stakes: Washington Supreme Court races are heating up, with candidates debating ahead of the high-profile November election. State Services: Gov. Bob Ferguson has begun talks with ferry workers over wage increases following widespread service disruptions.
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