Washington State GOP Articles
WSRP Chairman Jim Walsh calls on Seattle city officials to protect their citizens
BELLEVUE – WSRP Chairman Jim Walsh released the below statement following another and most recent shoot-out this weekend in South Seattle. In the early-morning hours between Saturday night and Sunday, a single incident saw at least nine people shot. Three died and six were injured, one of those critically. So far, no suspects have been arrested. While local law enforcement agencies are still investigating, credible reports from witnesses indicate the shooting was gang-related. If that’s[...]
Washington State Republican Party elects Rep. Jim Walsh for Chairman
Washington State Republican Party elects Rep. Jim Walsh for Chairman By a vote of 95-15, Rep. Jim Walsh has been elected to lead our party back to victory in Washington State. The overwhelming support received by Chairman Walsh has already helped unify our party towards our shared goal, winning at the ballot box and bringing prosperity back to our great state. Chairman Walsh is already a proven winner. By flipping a legislative district that was[...]
Washington State Republican Party Elects Rep. Jim Walsh as Chairman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Brady Batt PHONE: (425) 460-0570 EMAIL: brady@wsrp.org Washington State Republican Party elects Jim Walsh for Chairman BELLEVUE – The Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) proudly announces the election of State Representative Jim Walsh as the next Washington State Republican Party Chairman. Chairman Walsh was elected on Saturday, August 12 by a vote of 95-15 at the WSRP’s Summer State Committee meeting in Olympia. With a strong organizational foundation already built[...]
Highest Gas Prices in the Nation
BELLEVUE – The Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) raises grave concerns as fuel prices in Washington State have surged to the highest in the nation, burdening our residents with costs that outstrip the rest of the country. "Washingtonians are shouldering an unfair burden for the state's backwards policy attempt to lower emissions," says WSRP Executive Director Brady Batt. "We've observed an alarming trend - while fuel prices nationwide stagnate or even decrease slightly, our state's[...]
WSRP Chairman Caleb Heimlich Announces Intention to Step Down
BELLEVUE – After more than twelve years of dedicated service to the Washington State Republican Party (WSRP), Chairman Caleb Heimlich is announcing his intention to step down from the position of Chairman. Chairman Caleb Heimlich has been a stalwart advocate for Washingtonians during his tenure. He has tirelessly championed conservative principles, driven by a vision for lower taxes, public safety, and personal freedom. During his tenure the party has raised more than 26 million dollars.[...]
Gluesenkamp Perez’s Tax Oversight
BELLEVUE - The Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) is highlighting revelations regarding U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Southwest Washington Democrat, and her failure to pay her 2022 property taxes on her auto repair shop. Chairman Caleb Heimlich stated, "Public Servants are held to a higher standard of accountability and transparency, and this incident raises serious concerns about Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez's ability to fulfill those responsibilities." Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez's delayed tax payment, which was only[...]
WSRP Welcomes Bipartisan Action to Repair State Drug Laws
BELLEVUE – The Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) lauds the recent bipartisan efforts in the Washington State Legislature to repair our state's broken drug laws, severely damaged by the Democrats’ lax approach to drug use that has blighted many of Washington's beautiful cities. This outcome is a testament to the diligent work of our Republican legislators who have tirelessly championed policies that prioritize public safety over partisan politics. WSRP Chairman Caleb Heimlich stated, "Our cities[...]
Dishonest Bob Ferguson
BELLEVUE – The Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) is drawing attention to the dishonest tactics of Attorney General Bob Ferguson in his race for the Governor's office in 2024. Recent campaign finance reports reveal not only dubious fundraising practices, but also a clear violation of the spirit of Washington's campaign finance laws. "Ferguson's gubernatorial campaign portrays itself as a 'grassroots' movement, but the reality is far different," said WSRP Chairman Caleb Heimlich. "He has utilized[...]