The WR Retail Action Council Political Action Committee has unanimously endorsed three candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives.
- District 4, Central Washington: Incumbent Dan Newhouse (R), representing areas including Yakima, the Tri-Cities, Moses Lake, Zillah, and Ephrata. Dan is a third-generation Yakima Valley farmer and small business owner
- District 5, Eastern Washington: Michael Baumgartner (R), running for an open seat in a district covering Spokane, Colville, Pullman, Odessa, Kettle Falls, and Medical Lake. Michael currently serves as Spokane County Treasurer and was previously a Washington State Senator and diplomat.
- District 10, Western Washington: Incumbent Marilyn Strickland (D), representing areas including Olympia, Tacoma, Fife, Lakewood, Yelm, Dupont, and Steilacoom. Marilyn is the former Mayor of Tacoma and President/CEO of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce.
Each candidate has demonstrated strong support for the retail industry. Washington Retail looks forward to collaborating with Congress to enhance and protect the business climate for the benefit of employees, customers, and owners alike.
