Candidates are announcing intentions to run for office in 2024. We’re tracking what’s happened so far…
After three consecutive terms in office, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee announced he will not run for re-election in 2024. This announcement has caused a campaign “musical chairs” of sorts, as other elected officials vye for the position, and still others seek to fill vacancies.
Here are the candidates that have announced they are running for Governor:
Democrat Candidates
Senator Mark Mullet, 5th LD
These announcements mean open seats for Attorney General, Commissioner of Public Lands, and the Senate seat in the 5th legislative district.
Currently serving in the House, Representative Bill Ramos (D) has announced his candidacy for the 5th legislative district Senate seat in 2024.
Here are the candidates that have announced they are running for Attorney General:
Former U.S. Attorney Nick Brown (D)
Senator Manka Dhingra, 45th LD (D)
Here are the candidates that have announced candidacy for Commissioner of Public Lands:
Patrick DePoe (D)
State Senator Rebecca Saldana, 37 LD (D)
State Senator Kevin Van De Wege, 24 LD (D)
These announcements mean there will be an open seat in the 24th legislative district. It is likely that one of the two House members in the 24th will seek the Senate seat in 2024.
Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has announced he is not seeking reelection. Here are the candidates vying for the open seat so far:
State Senator Patty Kuderer, 48 LD (D)
Michele A Forgues Lackie
More announcements are coming…
If you read GTH-GOV’s blog post about preparing for the upcoming election cycle, you’ll know that the candidate filing deadline is May 10. There is still ample time for candidates to announce their intention to run for open seats, and against incumbents. Keep your eye on GTH-GOV’s blog to follow along.