2024 is significant for Washington’s political landscape. It is going to be a pivotal election that includes the Presidential race, numerous congressional seats, all House of Representatives seats, and half of the Senate seats. With the legislative session concluding and the candidate filing deadlines approaching, several lawmakers have announced their retirement or intent to run for a different office, setting the stage for a series of open seat competitions.
Here’s an overview of the open seats and, if applicable, current lawmakers seeking to fill the vacancy:
According to Ballotpedia data from the 2020 general election, incumbents in Washington State maintained a 96% win rate, underscoring the difficulty challengers face in securing a seat. However, with 17 vacancies already announced, a considerable shift in Washington politics is imminent.
WR will continue to provide updates on the evolving political and campaign landscape as more announcements are made.
