All U.S. House districts, including the 2nd Congressional District of Washington, held elections in 2022. The general election was on November 8, 2022. The primary was scheduled for August 2, 2022. The filing deadline was May 20, 2022.

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Washington's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022 (August 2 top-two primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

General election for U.S. House Washington District 2

Incumbent Rick Larsen defeated Dan Matthews in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 2 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Rick Larsen (D)	60.1	202,980
	Dan Matthews (R)	39.8	134,335
	Other/Write-in votes	0.2	608

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 337,923
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 2

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 2 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Larsen (D)	45.8	100,631
✔		Dan Matthews (R)	17.0	37,393
		Jason Call (D)	14.6	31,991
		Cody Hart (MAGA Republican Party)	10.1	22,176
		Bill Wheeler (R)	4.2	9,124
		Carrie Kennedy (R)	4.0	8,802
		Leif Johnson (R)	2.5	5,582
		Jon Welch (Conservative Party)	0.8	1,699
	Submit photo	Brandon Stalnaker (R)	0.6	1,366
	Submit photo	Doug Revelle (Independent)	0.4	927
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	161

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 219,852
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Voting information

See also: Voting in Washington

Election information in Washington: Nov. 8, 2022, election.

What was the voter registration deadline?

In-person: Nov. 8, 2022
By mail: Received by Oct. 31, 2022
Online: Oct. 31, 2022

Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

N/A

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

In-person: N/A
By mail: N/A by N/A
Online: N/A

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

In-person: Nov. 8, 2022
By mail: Postmarked by Nov. 8, 2022

Was early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What were the early voting start and end dates?

Oct. 21, 2022 to Nov. 7, 2022

Were all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, was a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When were polls open on Election Day?

N/A

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Dan Matthews (R)

Too much of what is happening today is Wrong – My Friends, we are, in fact, at War! An Economic War – for our ability to provide and survive, A Social War – for parents and families and their rights, A Cultural War – for our children and their future, It is a Spiritual War – for hearts, souls, and minds. A Political War – for each individual and their rights, It is a National War – for our Constitution, Our Character, our Country – Our Very Humanity. Ultimately, We are engaged in a War for Freedom – Whether we leave a legacy of Liberty and Love, or A future of Tyranny and Enslavement. We all know our country is in real Crisis - It is time for us to carefully change course! Consider: “We must not return to power those who got us here!"

If our country continues in the current direction, our Economy will become weaker; more of us will lose our jobs, our homes, our health care, and pensions. Public Safety is at risk now, while Nationally and Internationally, instability threatens us all! Years of weak representation and plainly incompetent leadership is enough! Certainly, Rep. Rick Larsen and other career politicians threaten us all: entrenched politicians, spending years in Congress, “Pelosi Puppets,” responsible for this crisis, often getting rich, at our expense.” I am running to unseat Larsen and bring real representation to the 2nd Congressional District – With this obvious, overriding Premise: “We must not return to power those who got us into this mess!”

Mr. Larsen, appears to be a good Representative – of Big Money and the Power Brokers of the Beltway. But, the citizens of the 2nd Congressional District want someone who will remain in touch and remember us; leadership and representation that will bring us together – and not divide – Not call us racist or domestic terrorists should we disagree, But help us become One and restore unity. President Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, Ask what you can do for your country.” This is irrelevant to Jason Call and Rick Larsen – Democrats – who Seek advantage in the allure of “Free Stuff”. I seek Climate Change – in our political discourse and direction – and will bring this message of statesmanship and honor to Congress!

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Dan Matthews (R)

I am most concerned with the DIVISION in our society!

We MUST come together to solve our challenges, especially when challenges are compounded when people don’t know and don’t care – too many remaining silent – even not voting, unaware or indifferent to the perils they then enable.

To those who must awaken and break free, or forever be slaves of tyranny: Your indifference, your apathy, your silence has a cost. Let this not be your epitaph: “I didn’t know, and I didn’t care”

It doesn’t start with Gulags or Gas Chambers, It begins with One Party controlling the Media, and the Message, deciding what is Truth, censoring speech, suppressing opposition, Undermining the family; indoctrinating children. dividing citizens into “us” and “them” – Always consolidating their power by fear and lies, As they seize the Education system and The citizens’ means of defense, mandating compliance, Calling on supporters to harass and hate, Muzzling the Church, marginalizing any voice of reason, De-funding the Police, Encouraging lawlessness, Rigging Elections and any vestiges of resistance, One Party, Silencing all dissent and labeling dissenters. It starts, and it succeeds, when Good People Turn a blind eye, Let it happen, and Do Nothing!

Knowing that they are not represented, people are disillusioned, detached, and distrustful. It is time to restore integrity, honor, and trust!

This is the largest existential threat to our nation today, and it must be addressed

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Dan Matthews (R)

In my life, I was influenced greatly by a mentor and State Senator I served as an Intern, during my college years. Senator Francis E Holman was a Rhodes Scholar and successful attorney, whose intellect and integrity still have a profound impact on me. His integrity was his hallmark and his humility and stature marked him as a man whom all sides respected and admired. When he would speak on the floor of the State Senate,I would watch as everyone stopped whatever they might be doing to listen to a man of true dignity and wisdom.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Dan Matthews (R)

Chariots of Fire.

Winston Churchill's books.

The BIBLE

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Dan Matthews (R)

First and Foremost: INTEGRITY - the honesty of a principled man.

Humility - not thinking too highly of oneself. Openness and accountability in conduct at all times. Communication skills that are dominated by a listening ear. Trustworthiness and all the marks of a principled person. Willingness and maturity to hear all points of view with respect and tolerance. Strength of character and fortitude to never compromise on one's core values. To defend the weak and downtrodden of life.

A loving, patient, and kind person who thinks of others first.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Dan Matthews (R)

Love for others

Character People-oriented Organizational skills Judgment Listening Communication skills Integrity / Honesty Intelligence Balance

Cooperation

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Dan Matthews (R)

As a Representative of the people, remain in touch with the District and your constituency. Know the needs and listen to the people as much as possible. Establish and foster means of increasing this access to your high office. Never forget from where you came and who you represent - the responsibility of a faithful public servant.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Dan Matthews (R)

That I leave a legacy of Love that covers all

Of friendship that stands the test And understanding that forgives and forgets Of principled integrity that does not falter or fail. Of one that influenced others for good and not evil, Who defended life, love and liberty whatever the cost. That I dared to be a Daniel, Dared to stand alone, Dared to have a purpose strong, Dared to make it known. That I sought hard after God and never gave up. That I accepted His Love and Lessons for my life And forgave others again and again That I sought to grow and mature each day, So that I might encourage others along the way. That voices, like mine, will not be silenced By the apathy of our neighbor or the compliance of the deceived. For myself, I have come too far and seen too much! I have twice gone to war, and I remember! Still, I take comfort and great solace – Knowing that my sons and daughters, My grandsons and granddaughters, Nieces and Nephews, neighbors, and friends, That Men and Women I will never meet – Red and Yellow, Black, Brown, and White – Will one day rise up, Unite, and repeat the demand, “Let My People Go!”

So, to The Future, perhaps beyond my horizon – To my sons and daughters – and All the unknown lovers of Freedom and dignity, Who will pick up the torch of Trial and Testing: Please Remember, and stand tall – Defending – when necessary, Justice and Freedom and Love, With your very All – That your children, and your children’s children May know the “Blessings of Liberty” And never taste the terrible curses of Tyranny. And finally, that each one would search out and find God And His purpose, His strength, His Love for you Knowing that He is the only Truth, The only Way and the only Life - That all other ground is sinking sand, and a chasing after the wind. Put all your trust and faith in Him! This I pray, This I plead, With Hope and Affection, With a Prayer and Purpose Grounded in The Word and Real Love.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Dan Matthews (R)

I was five and a half years old when my father died of Polio, just two months before the Salk Polio vaccine came out, leaving behind seven children - all under thirteen - and a wife who wondered what she could do to provide and raise this family. She did okay, though our situation was "humble" or meager, we all graduated from college, several of us with graduate degrees and a few of us with degrees past graduate school.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Dan Matthews (R)

My first job was as a paperboy on a morning paper route where I delivered several hundred papers in my local community. I held that position for about three years and then I was a carpenter's assistant during the summer of my junior year in high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Dan Matthews (R)

Unquestionably, the BIBLE

The guidance, TRUTHS, wisdom and strength found there is not resident anywhere else.

Faith, Hope, Love, Grace, Forgiveness, Peace and Humility are all found throughout The Word.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Dan Matthews (R)

Superman ?

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Dan Matthews (R)

I THEN SHALL LIVE ... Songs such as this distill the Core Values of my life, such as: FAITH – A Life Centered on Jesus Christ – and to telling others of His ultimate sacrifice and Truth; FAMILY – Providing for the growth and success of our nuclear family with my wife of 49 years – through Love, Sacrifice and Commitment; FRIENDSHIP – Proving that relationship – cooperation, loyalty, sincerity, patience and love is the center of success and personal fulfillment; FREEDOM – knowing that the liberties and opportunities we enjoy as Americans are not free – but worth preserving and defending; EDUCATION – the value of life-long learning; communicating and modelling the adventure of ideas, discovery and creativity; LOVE & SERVICE to others – daily practicing and living my faith and the premise of SERVICE ABOVE SELF; Ultimate and sincere BELIEF – in God, Myself and my Fellow Man and living out the Golden Rule to the best of my ability. EXCELLENCE – Making a positive difference in the lives of others, especially the young – knowing that our children are the living legacy that we leave, perhaps the only proof of our very existence, and our investment in the future. OPPORTUNITY – the shaping of our lives as we discover that "The secret of living is in giving". PROFESSIONALISM – the integrity, commitment, effort and dedication to my chosen career and its demands for skill, safety, and excellence; INFORMED by the Past – INVOLVED in the Present – INVESTING in the Future ... results in ENTHUSIASM – a Love and Passion for Life! and for others that compels me to LOVE and ACTION! My goal is to bear witness of Jesus Christ in my life – and if all else fails, to use words.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Dan Matthews (R)

Drawing close to God - because I always want to be even closer. The temptations and testing of Life pull us all away from real knowledge and understanding of both God and Man. So I struggle to know, as I am known; to forgive, as I have been forgiven; to love, as I have been loved; to live as I really want to live with the Power and strength of a completely faithful servant of God. Even though I fall short every day.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Dan Matthews (R)

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are in the People's House - an institution unique in the world, where each Representative represents a large number or people in a legislative body to set public policy and pass legislation / laws governing the civil conduct of our society. We live in a Constitutional Republic with a framework that is both fragile and profound.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Dan Matthews (R)

YES. This is no place for on-the-job training, but serious deliberation and accountability, not to mention a level of effectiveness. Politics is simply the pursuit and exercise of power, but holding any elected office identifies someone who has committed themselves to public service and examination. This is no place for novices with good intentions, but no experience.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Dan Matthews (R)

Our division and polarization - both as a society and politically., as previously discussed.

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Dan Matthews (R)

Aviation Sub-Committee

Armed Forces Committee Foreign Affairs Fisheries Agriculture Veterans' Affairs

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Dan Matthews (R)

YES

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Dan Matthews (R)

I am in favor of Term Limits. The tendency to become entrenched and forget the people you are called to represent, is too great. Perhaps a six to ten year term limit for Representatives, and a 12 to 18 year limit for Senators would keep the doors open for new, fresh talent to enter the scene and contribute.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Dan Matthews (R)

As previously mentioned, Senator Francis E Holman profoundly influenced my life and I would be honored to pattern myself after him.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Dan Matthews (R)

I have been involved / engaged in public affairs and office for some time. After one run for office, my wife reminded me that all is not lost, who knows, you never know who you might have influenced. Indeed, ten years after one contest, a young man comes on the scene and is a bright any shining start in public office. Though just 22 years old, he is beyond his years in maturity and ability. He was involved in my past campaign at the age of twelve and seemingly cut his teeth on my campaign. What an honor to see a young man mature and make a difference in society - and I might have had some small influence on him.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Dan Matthews (R)

Dad jokes are too corny to repeat - ask my kids.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Dan Matthews (R)

Compromise is necessary for just about every human relationship and undertaking. This requires mutual respect, understanding, tolerance, humility and acceptance.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Dan Matthews (R)

Restraining excessive spending would be a top priority for me. Our Budget and Spending must be brought under control!

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Rick Larsen	Democratic Party	$1,697,229	$1,766,117	$260,315	As of December 31, 2022
Jason Call	Democratic Party	$185,456	$185,951	$0	As of October 12, 2022
Leif Johnson	Republican Party	$26,525	$40,460	$55	As of December 31, 2022
Carrie Kennedy	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Dan Matthews	Republican Party	$145,529	$145,529	$0	As of December 31, 2022
Brandon Stalnaker	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Bill Wheeler	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Jon Welch	Conservative Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Cody Hart	MAGA Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Doug Revelle	Independent	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2022. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. * Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.^[1]
Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.^[2]^[3]^[4]

Race ratings: Washington's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022
Race tracker	Race ratings
	November 8, 2022	November 1, 2022	October 25, 2022	October 18, 2022
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access requirements

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Washington in the 2022 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Washington, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2022
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Washington	U.S. House	All candidates	1,740	$1,740.00	5/20/2022	Source

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

District map - A map of the district before and after redistricting.
Effect of redistricting - How districts in the state changed as a result of redistricting following the 2020 census.
Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2022 U.S. House elections in the state.
Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
Demographics - Information about the state's demographics and how they compare to the country as a whole.
State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

District map

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Washington's 2nd Congressional District
	Top-two primary; General election
Election details
	Filing deadline: May 20, 2022
	Primary: August 2, 2022; General: November 8, 2022
How to vote
	Poll times: Poll opening hours vary; close at 8 p.m. (most voting done by mail); Voting in Washington
Race ratings
	Cook Partisan Voter Index (2022): D+9; Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic; Inside Elections: Solid Democratic; Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic
Ballotpedia analysis
	U.S. Senate battlegrounds; U.S. House battlegrounds; Federal and state primary competitiveness; Ballotpedia's Election Analysis Hub, 2022
See also
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Below was the map in use at the time of the election, enacted as part of the 2020 redistricting cycle, compared to the map in place before the election.

Washington District 2
until January 2, 2023

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Washington District 2
starting January 3, 2023

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Effect of redistricting

See also: Redistricting in Washington after the 2020 census

The table below details the results of the 2020 presidential election in each district at the time of the 2022 election and its political predecessor district.^[5] This data was compiled by Daily Kos Elections.^[6]

2020 presidential results by Congressional district, Washington
District	2022 district		Political predecessor district
District	Joe Biden	Donald Trump	Joe Biden	Donald Trump
Washington's 1st	64.0%	33.3%	59.1%	38.2%
Washington's 2nd	60.1%	37.2%	62.1%	35.1%
Washington's 3rd	46.6%	50.8%	46.9%	50.6%
Washington's 4th	40.3%	57.2%	39.6%	57.8%
Washington's 5th	43.5%	53.5%	44.0%	53.0%
Washington's 6th	57.1%	39.9%	57.4%	39.6%
Washington's 7th	86.8%	11.3%	85.7%	12.3%
Washington's 8th	52.0%	45.3%	52.0%	45.5%
Washington's 9th	71.5%	26.3%	73.3%	24.6%
Washington's 10th	57.3%	39.6%	56.2%	40.7%

Competitiveness

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2022

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Washington.

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Washington in 2022. Information below was calculated on July 18, 2022, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Sixty-eight candidates filed to run in Washington's 10 U.S. House districts, including 37 Republicans, 19 Democrats, seven independents and five third-party candidates. That's 6.8 candidates per district, fewer than the 7.3 candidates in 2020, and more than the 4.9 candidates per district in 2018.

This was the first election to take place under new district lines following the 2020 census. Washington was apportioned ten districts, the same number it was apportioned after the 2010 census. All ten incumbents filed to run for re-election, meaning there were no open U.S. House seats for the first time in a decade.

There were ten contested primaries, the same number as in 2020 and two fewer than in 2018, when there were eight contested primaries. All ten incumbents who filed to run for re-election faced primary challengers. In 2020, all nine incumbents who filed for re-election faced primary challengers. In 2018, seven of the nine who filed did.

In Washington's top-two primary system, all candidates are listed on the same ballot regardless of party affiliation. Two incumbents — Rep. Suzan DelBene (D) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D) — did not face intra-party primary challengers. DelBene represented the 1st district, and Jayapal represented the 7th.

Eleven candidates filed to run in the 8th district, the most candidates who filed to run for a seat this year. Three Democrats, including incumbent Kim Schrier (D), five Republicans, one independent, one Libertarian, and one Concordia Party candidate filed to run.

At the time of the primary, no districts were guaranteed to either party. Democratic and Republican candidates filed to run in the primaries in all ten districts. However, under Washington's top-two primary system, two candidates from the same party can advance to the general election if they are the top two vote-getters in the primary.

Presidential elections

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2022 elections, based on results from the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district was D+9. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 9 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Washington's 2nd the 129th most Democratic district nationally.^[7]

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2020 presidential election would have been in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by Daily Kos.

2020 presidential results in Washington's 2nd based on 2022 district lines
Joe Biden	Donald Trump
60.1%	37.2%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Washington, 2020

Washington presidential election results (1900-2020)

17 Democratic wins
13 Republican wins
1 other win

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020
Winning Party	R	R	R	P^[8]	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

Demographics

The table below details demographic data in Washington and compares it to the broader United States as of 2019.

Demographic Data for Washington
	Washington	United States
Population	6,724,540	308,745,538
Land area (sq mi)	66,454	3,531,905
Race and ethnicity**
White	75.4%	72.5%
Black/African American	3.8%	12.7%
Asian	8.5%	5.5%
Native American	1.3%	0.8%
Pacific Islander	0.7%	0.2%
Other (single race)	4.5%	4.9%
Multiple	5.9%	3.3%
Hispanic/Latino	12.7%	18%
Education
High school graduation rate	91.3%	88%
College graduation rate	36%	32.1%
Income
Median household income	$73,775	$62,843
Persons below poverty level	10.8%	13.4%
Source: population provided by U.S. Census Bureau, "Decennial Census" (2010). Other figures provided by U.S. Census Bureau, "American Community Survey" (5-year estimates 2014-2019).
**Note: Percentages for race and ethnicity may add up to more than 100 percent because respondents may report more than one race and the Hispanic/Latino ethnicity may be selected in conjunction with any race. Read more about race and ethnicity in the census here.

State party control

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Washington's congressional delegation as of November 2022.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Washington, November 2022
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	7	9
Republican	0	3	3
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	10	12

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Washington's top four state executive offices as of November 2022.

State executive officials in Washington, November 2022
Office	Officeholder
Governor	Jay Inslee
Lieutenant Governor	Denny Heck
Secretary of State	Steve Hobbs
Attorney General	Bob Ferguson

State legislature

The tables below highlight the partisan composition of the Washington State Legislature as of November 2022.

Washington State Senate

Party		As of November 2022
	Democratic Party	29
	Republican Party	20
	Vacancies	0
Total		49

Washington House of Representatives

Party		As of November 2022
	Democratic Party	57
	Republican Party	41
	Vacancies	0
Total		98

Trifecta control

As of November 2022, Washington was a Democratic trifecta, with majorities in both chambers of the state legislature and control of the governorship. The table below displays the historical trifecta status of the state.

Washington Party Control: 1992-2022
Sixteen years of Democratic trifectas • No Republican trifectas
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Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22
Governor	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
Senate	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R^[9]	D	D	D	D	D
House	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	S	S	S	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

District history

2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Washington District 2

Incumbent Rick Larsen defeated Timothy Hazelo in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 2 on November 3, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Rick Larsen (D)	63.1	255,252
	Timothy Hazelo (R)	36.7	148,384
	Other/Write-in votes	0.2	962

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 404,598
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 2

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 2 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Larsen (D)	48.5	120,694
✔		Timothy Hazelo (R)	14.9	37,104
		Jason Call (D)	13.9	34,537
		Tim Uy (Trump Republican Party)	9.9	24,613
		Cody Hart (R)	5.7	14,255
		Carrie Kennedy (R)	3.6	9,069
	Submit photo	James Golder (R)	2.1	5,343
	Submit photo	Kari Ilonummi (R)	1.2	2,889
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	284

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 248,788
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2018

See also: Washington's 2nd Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House Washington District 2

Incumbent Rick Larsen defeated Brian Luke in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 2 on November 6, 2018.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Rick Larsen (D)	71.3	210,187
	Brian Luke (L)	28.7	84,646

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 294,833
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 2

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 2 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Larsen (D)	64.9	101,497
✔		Brian Luke (L)	7.9	12,320
	Submit photo	Gary Franco (Independent)	7.8	12,269
		Collin Richard Carlson (D)	7.7	12,058
	Submit photo	Uncle Mover (Moderate GOP Party)	7.6	11,832
	Submit photo	Stonewall Jackson Bird (G)	4.2	6,525

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 156,501
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2016

See also: Washington's 2nd Congressional District election, 2016

Heading into the election, Ballotpedia rated this race as safely Democratic. Incumbent Rick Larsen (D) defeated Marc Hennemann (R) in the general election on November 8, 2016. Larsen and Henneman defeated Mike Lapointe (D), Brian Luke (L), and Kari Ilonummi (I) in the top-two primary on August 2, 2016.^[10]^[11]

**U.S. House, Washington District 2 General Election, 2016**
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Rick Larsen Incumbent	64%	208,314
	Republican	Marc Hennemann	36%	117,094
Total Votes				325,408
Source: Washington Secretary of State

**U.S. House, Washington District 2 Primary, 2016**
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Rick Larsen Incumbent	51.8%	71,955
	Republican	Marc Hennemann	32.3%	44,822
	Democratic	Mike Lapointe	10.6%	14,697
	Libertarian	Brian Luke	3.4%	4,771
	Independent	Kari Ilonummi	1.9%	2,628
Total Votes				138,873
Source: Washington Secretary of State

2014

See also: Washington's 2nd Congressional District elections, 2014

The 2nd Congressional District of Washington held an election for the U.S. House of Representatives on November 4, 2014. Incumbent Rick Larsen (D) defeated B.J. Guillot (R) in the general election.

**U.S. House, Washington District 2 General Election, 2014**
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Rick Larsen Incumbent	60.6%	122,173
	Republican	B.J. Guillot	39.4%	79,518
Total Votes				201,691
Source: Washington Secretary of State

**U.S. House, Washington District 2, Blanket Primary, 2014**
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Rick Larsen Incumbent	56.5%	44,718
	Republican	B.J. Guillot	32.2%	25,449
	Independent	Mike Lapointe	11.3%	8,946
Total Votes				79,113
Source: Results via Associated Press

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Footnotes

↑ Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018
↑ Political predecessor districts are determined primarily based on incumbents and where each chose to seek re-election.
↑ Daily Kos Elections, "Daily Kos Elections 2020 presidential results by congressional district (old CDs vs. new CDs)," accessed May 12, 2022
↑ Cook Political Report, "The 2022 Cook Partisan Voting Index (Cook PVI℠)," accessed February 6, 2023
↑ Progressive Party
↑ Democrats gained full control of the state Senate after a special election on November 7, 2017.
↑ Washington Secretary of State, "Unofficial List of Candidates in Ballot Order," accessed May 23, 2016
↑ Politico, "Washington House Primaries Results," August 2, 2016

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Washington's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Maria Cantwell (D)

Patty Murray (D)

Representatives

District 1

Suzan DelBene (D)

District 2

Rick Larsen (D)

District 3

Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez (D)

District 4

Dan Newhouse (R)

District 5

Michael Baumgartner (R)

District 6

Emily Randall (D)

District 7

Pramila Jayapal (D)

District 8

Kim Schrier (D)

District 9

D. Adam Smith (D)

District 10

Marilyn Strickland (D)

Democratic Party (10)

Republican Party (2)

[1] Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.

[2] Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018

[3] Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018

[4] Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018

[5] Political predecessor districts are determined primarily based on incumbents and where each chose to seek re-election.

[6] Daily Kos Elections, "Daily Kos Elections 2020 presidential results by congressional district (old CDs vs. new CDs)," accessed May 12, 2022

[7] Cook Political Report, "The 2022 Cook Partisan Voting Index (Cook PVI℠)," accessed February 6, 2023

[8] Progressive Party

[9] Democrats gained full control of the state Senate after a special election on November 7, 2017.

[list16-10] Washington Secretary of State, "Unofficial List of Candidates in Ballot Order," accessed May 23, 2016

[primaryresults16-11] Politico, "Washington House Primaries Results," August 2, 2016

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