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Washington State Legislative Letter of Support, Rural Health Transformation

Published on November 03, 2025
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 200 Independence Ave. SW Washington, D.C. 20201 Dear Administrator Oz, We submit this letter in strong support of Washington State’s application for funding under the CMS Rural Health Transformation (RHT) initiative [CMS-RHT-26-001] and urge your approval of the maximum amount of allowable...
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What Can Washington Afford—and Not Afford—to Do?

Published on October 30, 2025
Sen. John Braun unpacks the affordability crisis in Washington—from groceries to housing to Medicaid. He explores priorities, long-term costs, and what lawmakers must do to keep essential services sustainable. TRANSCRIPT
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AUDIO: Sen. Braun on Race-Based Housing Scandal on KVI Radio

Published on October 28, 2025
Sen. John Braun joins KVI’s Morning Ride to discuss an investigation into alleged misuse of taxpayer funds tied to a race-restricted homeownership program.
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AUDIO: Braun: Corruption in race-based homeownership program exploits taxpayers, undermines public trust

Published on October 27, 2025
The state Senate Republican leader is demanding a full investigation into taxpayer money tied to a race-restricted housing program. Tracy Ellis reports.
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AUDIO: Green Hill scandal ‘a systemic failure,’ demands accountability, transparency, reform

Published on October 21, 2025
State Senate Republican Leader John Braun is demanding action after reports of staff recording sexual acts with inmates at Green Hill School. Tracy Ellis reports.
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News from the Caucus

October 28, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Sen. Braun on Race-Based Housing Scandal on KVI Radio

Sen. John Braun joins KVI’s Morning Ride to discuss an investigation into alleged misuse of taxpayer funds tied to a race-restricted homeownership program.
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October 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Braun: Corruption in race-based homeownership program exploits taxpayers, undermines public trust

The state Senate Republican leader is demanding a full investigation into taxpayer money tied to a race-restricted housing program. Tracy Ellis reports.
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October 21, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Green Hill scandal ‘a systemic failure,’ demands accountability, transparency, reform

State Senate Republican Leader John Braun is demanding action after reports of staff recording sexual acts with inmates at Green Hill School. Tracy Ellis reports.
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October 15, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Sen. Curtis King talks paid family leave on KVI’s Morning Ride

Sen. Curtis King argues the paid leave program is financially unsustainable and unfair to workers, especially lower-income earners. He opposes raising premiums and instead supports reducing benefits and tightening eligibility to control costs.
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October 03, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Attacks on signature gatherers prompt new bill from Sen. Jeff Wilson

A state senator wants to stop the increasing attacks on signature gatherers involved in initiatives and referendums, from heated arguments to physical clashes. Tracy Ellis has more.
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September 23, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Latest revenue forecast is more proof Democrats should have worked with Republicans on budget

Washington’s latest revenue forecast just came out—and it’s a wake-up call. Tracy Ellis explains.
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September 18, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

VIDEO: AWB 2025 Policy Summit: Washington Budget Outlook, featuring Sen. Chris Gildon

Washington’s budget outlook is grim: spending surged, reserves dwindled, and tax hikes hit families and businesses. Republicans urge fiscal restraint, program audits, and no new taxes.
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September 05, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Schoesler opposes possible release of Kevin Coe, Spokane’s ‘South Hill Rapist’

A state senator is outraged that Washington might let the ‘South Hill Rapist’ walk free. Tracy Ellis reports.
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July 30, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Hair-on-Fire” Politics: Sen. Braun Slams Medicaid Fearmongering & Budget Bloat on Lars Larson Show

Sen. John Braun joins The Lars Larson Show to explain Medicaid reforms and critique Washington’s budget, healthcare taxes, and carbon program—calling for accountability and an end to political fearmongering.
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July 19, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

VIDEO: KING 5: Drug-smuggling scandal rocks Green Hill School—Sen. John Braun calls out systemic failure

Drug-filled Burrito Delivery – Corruption at Green Hill School sparks outrage as Sen. John Braun slams the facility’s failure to rehabilitate youth, citing misconduct, drug smuggling, and overcrowding. Full KING 5 report  
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July 15, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Accountability Over Fear: Sen. Braun Breaks Down the “Big Beautiful Bill” on KVI’s Ari Hoffman Show

Sen. John Braun joins Ari Hoffman to explain how the federal “Big Beautiful Bill” benefits Washington—highlighting Medicaid reforms, tax relief, and ag support—while calling out political fearmongering and overspending by state Democrats.
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July 10, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Dozier applauds latest sign of support for Snake River dams

A big thumbs up from a state senator on the decision to stop federal talks about breaching the Snake River dams. Tracy Ellis reports.
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