Promises Made. Promises Kept.
During this first term in Congress, Michael Baumgartner has fought for Eastern Washington and brought home results.
Our 2026 Mission
"We’ve achieved a remarkable turnaround in just one year. Border crossings have plummeted, crime is down, taxes are lower and our regional interests—like the Lower Snake River Dams—are finally protected.
But the Far Left won’t stop trying to undo this progress. I’m running for re-election to ensure the 5th District remains a stronghold for the American Dream."​
— Michael Baumgartner
A Proven Leader
Born in Pullman and raised in Colton, Michael Baumgartner is Eastern Washington through and through. The son of a public-school teacher and a WSU forestry professor, he was raised with a deep respect for the land and the people who work it. A proud WSU Cougar and Harvard graduate, Michael has spent his career fighting for our region's values.
Michael’s background is rooted in high-stakes problem solving. He served as a U.S. State Department economics officer in Iraq and an embedded advisor in Afghanistan, where he worked on the front lines of global security.
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After returning home, he served eight years in the State Senate—cutting tuition and helping build the WSU Medical School—and six years as Spokane County Treasurer, where he managed a $2 billion investment fund with conservative discipline.
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Now, in the United States Congress, Michael is representing Eastern Washington to secure our borders, make our communities safe, reduce the cost of living, and ensure America remains strong and free.