Cats vs. dogs: How pet ownership shaped the 2024 presidential election
A survey of over 120,000 voters found that pet ownership played a unique role in the 2024 presidential election.
Final House race called: See the official balance of power results
The balance of power is set: Democrat Adam Gray captured California’s 13th Congressional District, unseating Republican Rep. John Duarte in the final House race to be called.
Trump won about 2.5M more votes this year than he did in 2020
In his defeat of Democrat Kamala Harris, Trump won a bigger percentage of the vote in each one of the 50 states, and Washington, D.C., than he did four years ago.
WA governor-elect Bob Ferguson announces subcommittee to fight Project 2025
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson announced a subcommittee in his transition team with the sole aim of fighting Project 2025, which they expect will be put into motion by the Trump Administration.
"Optimistic" vs. "afraid": Post-election poll shows huge difference among Americans' reactions
A mix of emotions were conveyed by people following the results of the presidential election based on a recent poll. Here’s what they said.
Trump nominates former NFL player Scott Turner as housing and urban development secretary
Trump said on Friday he has picked NFL veteran Scott Turner to serve as housing and urban development secretary.
Trump to nominate Scott Bessent as treasury secretary
Scott Bessent was a key economic policy adviser and fundraiser for the Trump campaign.
Majority in House: 4 races still uncalled to finalize size of GOP lead
Republicans have a majority of the House, but these outstanding House races will determine its size.
Nearly 30% of US adults say friends, family were top source of election information
There are multiple ways for people to stay informed about the election but the sources they rely on at times can sway their voting preference, according to a recent survey.
Trump's cabinet picks and confirmation concerns
President-elect Donald Trump's proposed cabinet continued to grow over the weekend, though some picks are stirring questions over whether they'll all be confirmed by the Senate.
Veteran pollster Ann Selzer ending election polling after 'big miss' in Iowa survey
Veteran pollster J. Ann Selzer is moving on to "other ventures" after her final election poll in Iowa inaccurately showed Harris ahead of Trump.
Some Trump cabinet picks stir controversy
It's been a busy week for President-elect Trump's transition team.
RFK Jr. picked as secretary of health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was nominated by Trump for secretary of health Thursday.
Lawmakers react to Trump nominating Matt Gaetz for AG
Trump wants Matt Gaetz to lead the Justice Department, an agency that investigated him for alleged sex trafficking of an underaged girl last year.
Trump chooses RFK Jr. as health secretary
President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the department of health and human services.
How Seattle's transportation levy money will be spent
The new transportation levy is expected to generate $1.5 billion over the next eight years.
Trump turns border counties red
President-elect Trump made major gains in historically blue border counties in Texas, winning the majority along the southern border.
Keith Swank, former Seattle police captain, wins Pierce County sheriff race
Keith Swank has 33 years of experience working with the Seattle Police Department.
Republicans gain control of presidency, House and Senate
With Republicans now holding full control of the government, they have a clear path to pursue major immigration reforms, tax cuts, and judicial appointments, all aligned with President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.
Here’s the last time the GOP controlled Senate, House and presidency
The last time they had power, the GOP passed a number of key pieces of legislation and helped reshape the Supreme Court.