Democrats might be having some second thoughts about WA’s new governor
In Bob Ferguson’s start as Washington's governor, his centrist streak on tax and budget issues has thrilled independents, ...
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Washington governor says he will limit his own emergency powers if lawmakers don’t
“It’s clear that the Legislature will not adopt bipartisan legislation to place reasonable limits on the Governor’s emergency ...
Debate heats up over Ferguson’s request for $100M to hire more police in Washington
Bills in the House and Senate stand ready for floor votes in Olympia, presenting different options to address public safety ...
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Washington governor scours budget and says, ‘hey, come on’
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed $3.9 billion in spending cuts, saying he went over the state budget and sometimes ...
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Ferguson proposes $4B in cuts to Washington state budget
Public education and public safety agencies, like the Department of Corrections and Washington State Patrol, are immune from ...
Lt. Gov. Gilchrist says Trump 'is like an arsonist' as he launches governor campaign
"We must stand tall against these attacks on our people," the lieutenant governor said. "We must fight for what matters. We ...
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Full ferry service returning to Puget Sound for summer 2025, Washington Gov. Ferguson says
After years of low staffing and unreliable schedules, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Thursday that Washington state will have ...
Ferguson delays hybrid-electric conversion of 2 of the state's largest ferries
SEATTLE — Gov. Bob Ferguson announced the hybrid conversion of two of the state's largest ferries will be delayed until after ...
Garlin Gilchrist announces Democratic bid to become Michigan's first Black governor
LANSING, Mich. — Garlin Gilchrist II, a Democrat from Detroit who is Michigan’s first Black lieutenant governor, announced he’s jumping into the crowded 2026 race for governor on Tuesday.
Eastern Washington child welfare service provider facing possible cuts amid statewide budget proposal
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson proposed statewide budget cuts and Family Impact Network has been identified for possible reductions or elimination.
Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, Michigan governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not run for U.S. Senate or governor in the state of Michigan, potentially clearing the way to mount a run for president in 2028.