Washington State Supreme Court Races Heat Up

Washington State Supreme Court Races Heat Up

Published: May 13, 2026

Duration: 1:35

Washington States Supreme Court elections are heating up, with five seats up for grabs due to retirements. The races could decide the fate of a Democratic plan for an income tax on millionaire earners. Incumbents Colleen Melody and Theo Angelis face real challenges, with challengers like retired judge Dave Larson, family judge Sharonda Amamilo, and Greg Miller. Two seats are wide open, with appeals judge Mike Diaz, King County judge Jaime Hawk, and Mason County judge David Stevens vying for the spots. Just two candidates are chasing Charles Johnsons seat, with appeals judge Ian Birk and King County judge...