News from the Caucus

Sen John Braun recaps week 9 of the Legislative Session, highlighting wins on public safety and housing, and progress on special education funding. He warns against tax increases and stresses the need for better outcomes in K-12 education

On the Jason Rantz Show, State Senator Chris Gildon discusses the budget realities facing Washington. With a clear stance against new taxes, Gildon outlines how education funding can be preserved, fiscal responsibility achieved, and collective bargaining agreements reimagined. He emphasizes accountability, innovation, and solutions rooted in economic pragmatism.

Budget shortfall and $ave Washington Budget—Senate Republican Leader John Braun explains how the state’s budget shortfall is closer to $6.6 billion—not $15 billion—because of spending choices, not existing services. He outlines a balanced plan with no cuts to K-12 education or vital services for vulnerable residents.

Sen. Chris Gildon told KVI’s John Carlson that the Senate Republican budget balances without new taxes or major cuts. It preserves teacher bonuses, limits certain program growth, and offers state workers a $5K bonus instead of $4B in raises. Gildon urges public support.

Washington’s juvenile justice facilities are overcrowded and dangerous — but a bill that just passed the state Senate could help. Tracy Ellis explains.

Serious, smart, and making government work better – that’s how Senate Republicans describe their new spending plan. Tracy Ellis reports.

Senate Republican Leader John Braun gives an update from Olympia as the 2025 legislative session reaches its halfway point. He highlights key bills, including efforts to expand school transportation options, bring back technical education for younger students, and address overcrowding at Green Hill School. Braun also discusses a critical bill to fund law enforcement hiring...

Washington has a shortage of law enforcement officers. Senator John Braun reports some progress in that area.

On this episode of The Elephant in the Dome, Senator John Braun is joined by KVI radio host Ari Hoffman for a no-holds-barred conversation about rising anti-Semitism on college campuses, the state of public safety in Washington, and the looming budget crisis. They discuss the University of Washington’s handling of campus activism, the challenges of...

Republican lawmakers in Olympia discuss key legislative priorities. Topics include public safety funding, tax proposals, budget concerns, and controversial bills on rent control, gun laws, and reproductive rights and gender affirming care. They oppose tax increases and the use of the rainy-day fund. Spirited debates are expected ahead.

Republican Senators John Braun and Chris Gildon break down Washington’s budget debate, tackling spending concerns, new taxes, and the state’s $6.7B shortfall. Can lawmakers solve it without raising costs for families? Get the inside scoop on fiscal responsibility in Olympia!

Senator John Braun gives a legislative update, highlighting the budget process as it heats up. With key decisions looming, Republicans are pushing to control spending without new taxes, aiming to keep costs down while ensuring essential services for Washingtonians.