LISTEN This transcript has been edited for clarity and readability. While it reflects the substance and intent of the conversation, it is not a word-for-word reproduction of the original audio. ️ The Elephant in the Dome Episode: Taxed to the Brink Host: Tracy Ellis...
PIERCE COUNTY -- The state lawmakers serving parts of Pierce County, including Puyallup, South Hill, Summit, and Waller are holding an in-person town hall meeting from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11. Sen. Chris Gildon and Reps. Cyndy Jacobsen and Michael Keaton...
LISTEN This condensed transcript is a summarized version of the original podcast episode and is intended for informational purposes only. It may omit portions of the full conversation for clarity and brevity. For the complete discussion, please refer to the full...
LISTEN This condensed transcript is a summarized version of the original podcast episode and is intended for informational purposes only. It may omit portions of the full conversation for clarity and brevity. For the complete discussion, please refer to the full...
LISTEN This condensed transcript is a summarized version of the original podcast episode and is intended for informational purposes only. It may omit portions of the full conversation for clarity and brevity. For the complete discussion, please refer to the full...
LISTEN This is a simplified and edited version of the original podcast conversation. It’s designed to make the key points easier to follow and more engaging for readers. Some phrasing has been condensed or reworded for clarity and flow Medicaid Work Requirements –...
https://src.wastateleg.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EITD-POD-EP219-The-Elephant-in-the-Dome-Podcast-Braun-Big-Beautiful-Bill-Breakdown.mp3 LISTEN This transcript has been edited for clarity and brevity. It may not reflect the conversation verbatim. Tracy Ellis: It’s...
Senator Phil Fortunato discusses Washington's budget deficit, criticizing spending on incarcerated illegal immigrants. He highlights public safety concerns and calls for fiscal responsibility, while addressing Governor Ferguson's role in shaping the budget.
Senator Phil Fortunato discusses the financial burden of housing illegal immigrants in Washington prisons, advocating for federal custody transfers. He critiques state budget policies, including tax hikes and plastic bag fees, on The Lars Larson Show.
A state Senator is urging legislative Democrats to stop using taxpayer dollars to shield convicted criminals from immigration officials. Tracy Ellis reports.
State Senate Democrats rejected a Republican proposal to include political affiliation in the hate crime law… Tracy Ellis tells us a violent incident at Washington State University highlights the need such protection.
Senate Republicans spent today -- Saturday of Easter weekend -- fighting against billions of dollars in new and higher taxes proposed by Senate Democrats. Over four years, these tax bills cost taxpayers... SB 5813: $1 billion to $1.5 billion SB 5814: $4.6 billion in...
