Local Elections 2024

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs will be conducting a hand recount of the close race for Commissioner of Public Lands between Republican Sue Kuehl Pederson and Democrat Dave Upthegrove, who are separated by only 51 votes.

The Office of the Secretary of State certified the August 6 Primary results and directed a mandatory manual recount of all votes for the statewide Commissioner of Public Lands race, which is the closest statewide race in the history of Washington's primary.

Sophia Danenberg, a Black woman who climbed Mount Everest, has been elected to the Democratic National Committee and is focused on engaging young voters and emphasizing the importance of the upcoming presidential election.

The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 aims to reshape the federal government, but its proposals to overhaul immigration, education, and federal agencies have sparked debate about whether it represents a return to an America of the past.

King County Executive Dow Constantine and Director of Elections Julie Wise are encouraging voters to make their voices heard in the August 6 Primary Election, with Vote Centers open on weekends and drop boxes available for secure ballot return.

Former President Donald Trump's remarks questioning Vice President Kamala Harris's racial identity at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) annual convention have sparked controversy and backlash.

United States Senator Patty Murray, U.S. Congressman Adam Smith, and U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal will be speaking at a public event on Project 2025 and the current election season, with a Q&A session and voter registration opportunities available.

Vice President Kamala Harris is running for the 47th President of the United States, with political analyst Opio Sokoni joining the conversation.

Washington state Democratic leaders have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the best choice to replace President Joe Biden on the ballot following his decision to withdraw from the race after a lackluster debate performance.

The Washington State Legislative Black Caucus has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States, citing her commitment to justice, equity, and economic empowerment for all.