Adrian E. Cortes
Adrian Cortes (Democratic Party) is a member of the Washington State Senate, representing District 18. He assumed office on January 13, 2025. His current term ends on January 8, 2029.
Cortes (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the Washington State Senate to represent District 18. He declared candidacy for the 2028 election.
Biography
Adrian E. Cortes' career experience includes working as a teacher. He has served on the Battle Ground City Council.[1]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2028
See also: Washington State Senate elections, 2028
General election
The general election will occur on November 7, 2028.
General election for Washington State Senate District 18
Incumbent Adrian Cortes is running in the general election for Washington State Senate District 18 on November 7, 2028.
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2024
See also: Washington State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Washington State Senate District 18
Adrian Cortes defeated Brad Benton in the general election for Washington State Senate District 18 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Adrian Cortes (D) | 50.0 | 42,054 |
 | Brad Benton (R) | 49.8 | 41,881 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 189 | ||
| Total votes: 84,124 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington State Senate District 18
Adrian Cortes and Brad Benton defeated Greg Cheney in the primary for Washington State Senate District 18 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Adrian Cortes (D) | 46.2 | 20,066 |
| ✔ | | Brad Benton (R) | 31.7 | 13,783 |
 | Greg Cheney (R) | 21.9 | 9,525 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 39 | ||
| Total votes: 43,413 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2028
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2024
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See also
2028 Elections
External links
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Candidate Washington State Senate District 18 |
Officeholder Washington State Senate District 18 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Ann Rivers (R) |
Washington State Senate District 18 2025-Present |
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