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

Published on July 19, 2025
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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AUDIO: Accountability Over Fear: Sen. Braun Breaks Down the “Big Beautiful Bill” on KVI’s Ari Hoffman Show

Published on July 15, 2025
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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The Elephant in the Dome Podcast – Braun’s Big Beautiful Bill Breakdown

Published on July 15, 2025
Senator John Braun responds to Governor Ferguson’s harsh criticism of the federal “Big Beautiful Bill.” While the governor warns of devastating impacts to health care, food assistance, clean energy, and rural hospitals, Braun argues that the bill introduces thoughtful reforms that improve accountability, affordability, and support for vulnerable groups. He emphasizes that most changes target...
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AUDIO: Dozier applauds latest sign of support for Snake River dams

Published on July 10, 2025
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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The Elephant in the Dome Podcast – Out of Order – When Politics Turn Violent and Budgets Break

Published on July 01, 2025
Following the tragic act of political violence in Minnesota, Washington Senate Republican Leader John Braun urges bipartisan condemnation of all violence. He also warns of looming budget shortfalls after a sobering revenue forecast, criticizes tax hikes, and argues that unsustainable spending threatens essential services.
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News from the Caucus

March 03, 2025
Keith Wagoner

Wagoner bill to help veterans moves to House

Today the Senate unanimously approved legislation from Sen. Keith Wagoner that would expand the number of available long-term care beds for veterans, simultaneously helping to address Washington’s homelessness crisis while also alleviating the pressure on the medical foster home system. “So many of our nation’s men and women in uniform serve and sacrifice for this...
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March 01, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Budget Battles & Big Decisions – Senators Braun & Gildon Weigh In

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!
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March 01, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Senate Republican Leadership Update with State Senator John Braun

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.
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February 28, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Wagoner removes anti parent provision from bill to protect kids online

An anti-parent provision in a bill designed to protect kids online is no longer part of the legislation – thanks to a state Senator. Tracy Ellis explains
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February 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

VIDEO—TVW—The Impact—Road Usage Charge in Focus with Sen. Curtis King

An in-depth look at the proposed road usage charge to tax drivers by the mile, pitched as an eventual fuel tax replacement. Interviews with the Ranking Republican Member on the Senate Transportation Committee, Sen. Curtis King and the Democratic House Transportation Committee Chair.
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February 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

NEWSFLASH: Reaction to Gov. Ferguson’s budget plan & victory on wood stoves

    LISTEN: Reaction to Gov. Ferguson’s budget plan Democrats want to raise taxes. We want to implement savings and efficiencies. What does Gov. Ferguson want? The new governor held a press conference Thursday to share “savings and efficiencies” he’d like to see incorporated into the budget. Sen. Chris Gildon, R-Puyallup, is the Senate Republican...
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February 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Republican budget leader welcomes Ferguson’s savings suggestions

Gov. Bob Ferguson released his cost-cutting ideas, and Senate Republican budget leader Chris Gildon is giving credit—with some skepticism. Tracy Ellis explains.
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February 26, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

SRC On-Air—KVI—Ari Hoffman—State’s budget shortfall another example of Democrats using scare tactics to justify unnecessary tax increases

Senator Chris Gildon reveals that the real deficit is around $6.7 billion—far lower than the $12–16 billion figure Democrats are pushing. The inflated number comes from overspending, including Governor Inslee’s reckless $4 billion in state employee raises without a real feasibility study. Meanwhile, Democrats refuse to consider cuts to wasteful programs, instead insisting on raising...
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February 26, 2025
Matt Boehnke

Senate unanimously passes Boehnke election-security bill

Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick/Credit: Washington State Senate OLYMPIA… The state Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed legislation from Sen. Matt Boehnke that is intended to improve the security of Washington’s electoral process. Senate Bill 5014 would strengthen election security by expanding the Secretary of State’s oversight of equipment and platforms used in elections. It also would...
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February 25, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

VIDEO: Legislative Republican Leadership Media Availability

Republican lawmakers hold a media availability to discuss key legislative priorities. They focus on public safety, affordability, and education, raising concerns over new tax proposals and state budget shortfalls. They also oppose bills on parental rights and initiatives, arguing they limit parent and citizen participation. With fiscal deadlines approaching, Republicans emphasized their commitment to responsible...
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February 25, 2025
Matt Boehnke

Boehnke bills aimed at improving access to education move forward

Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick/Credit: Washington State Senate OLYMPIA… Two of Sen. Matt Boehnke’s pro-education bills have cleared the first deadline for legislation to move forward from policy committees in the Senate. “Both of these bills will allow our higher-education system to accommodate more students to be successful as they move beyond the K-12 level,” Boehnke...
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February 24, 2025
Matt Boehnke

Boehnke bill to update vehicle-emissions rule attracts strong public support

OLYMPIA… As Sen. Matt Boehnke suspected, there is strong public support for legislation he has proposed to realign Washington’s vehicle-emissions rules with federal standards instead of California’s. Today the Senate Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee held a public hearing on the Kennewick Republican’s measure, which also aims to bring more accountability to state emissions standards....
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