CAMPAIGN NEWS

Here's the press release the campaign put out today at 1 PM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2024 Michael Baumgartner Announces Candidacy for 5th District Congressional Seat Spokane, WA – Today, Michael Baumgartner, Spokane County Treasurer, and former Washington State Senator, announced his candidacy for the United States Congress representing Washington's 5th District. “I was born and raised in Eastern Washington and I’ll have the experience to fight for our priorities an

By Emry Dinman Spokane County Treasurer Michael Baumgartner has formally joined the race for Washington’s 5th congressional district, announcing his candidacy at a campaign launch event at the University District Gateway Bridge overlooking the Washington State University Spokane Medical School. “I’m running for Congress because I believe, and what I feel, is that the American dream is dying,” Baumgartner said. “I’m just not going to let that happen. Together, we’re not going

The support we've received from people all over the district has been incredible. This weekend I was in Spokane, Pullman, Walla Walla, Ritzville and Davenport. Here's just some of what the campaign has received: Campaign Co-Chairs Senator Mike Padden, 4th Legislative District Jack “The Throwin Samoan” Thompson - Former WSU QB Eleanor Baumgartner - Former journalist/consultant and concerned mother Finance Co-Chairs Matt Hanson - Owner of Dye Seed and grandson of R.A. Hanson

To top off the day, Ele and I (and Maria) headed up to Davenport for the Lincoln County Lincoln Day. We met the Rivieras who were enthusiastic about draining the swamp. On a day that started in Walla Walla, and included Republican groups in three cities, I felt good to be campaigning again and to see the optimism of so many people in Eastern Washington.

It's looking like a busy weekend. I drove to Walla Walla so early Saturday morning I shake hands and greet delegates to the county convention. Later today I'm heading up to Ritzville, for their convention and to Davenport for Lincoln Day.

By Emry Dinman There has been a flurry of activity in Eastern Washington following the surprise announcement last month that longtime Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers will not seek re-election this year, creating a rare opening for a Republican political hopeful in Washington to seek higher office. Baumgartner said a candidate for this congressional seat needed to accomplish three things: defeat Democrats, “drain the swamp” and “make Eastern Washington great.” He argued h

The fun continues this morning in Ritzville! Thank you to the Adams County Republicans for having me speak at their convention. Fun to meet County Assessor Heidi Hunt, (who went to high school with my Deputy Treasurer and State Rep Mike Volz).

KREM | February 2024 Michael Baumgartner announced his bid for Washington's 5th Congressional District to succeed retiring Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers. Baumgartner entered the race with a strong record of public service as Spokane County Treasurer and former state senator, positioning himself as the candidate best prepared to deliver results for Eastern Washington. Read the full article on KREM