As results continue to arrive for Washington's 2026 primary election, several closely-watched races across the state are taking shape.
As results continue to arrive for Washington's 2026 primary election, several closely-watched races across the state are taking shape.
Washington uses a top-two primary system, meaning the two candidates who receive the most votes in each race advance to the Nov. 3 general election, regardless of party preference.
3rd Congressional District
One of the state's most closely watched races is in Southwest Washington's 3rd Congressional District, where Democratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is seeking a third term.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4:09 p.m.:
- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D, incumbent): 39% (54,132 votes)
- John Braun (R): 39% (53,869 votes)
- Brent Hennrich (D): 15% (21,290 votes)
- John P. Roco (R): 2% (2,666 votes)
- John Saulie-Rohman (I): 2% (2,121 votes)
- Lawrence Kellogg (R): 2% (1,857 votes)
If the results hold, Gluesenkamp Perez and Braun would advance to the November general election under Washington's top-two primary system.
Because Washington counts ballots over several days, these results are unofficial and may change as additional ballots are processed.
4th Congressional District
The race to succeed retiring Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse is one of Washington's most competitive open-seat contests.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Amanda McKinney (R): 35% (29,788 votes)
- John Duresky (D): 31% (26,631 votes)
- Jerrod Sessler (R): 14% (12,099 votes)
- Matt Boehnke (R): 11% (9,324 votes)
- Favian Valencia (I): 4% (3,287 votes)
- Jacek "Jack" Kobiesa (NP): 2% (1,362 votes)
- Devin Poore (C): 1% (1,017 votes)
- John C. Hughs (R): 1% (997 votes)
- Elpidia Saavedra (R): 1% (819 votes)
- Zac Rossi (NP): 1% (560 votes)
- Ken Vaz (R): 0% (268 votes)
The top two candidates are currently on track to advance.
9th Congressional District
Democratic U.S. Rep. Adam Smith is seeking another term while facing several challengers.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Adam Smith (D, incumbent): 50.2% (44,010 votes)
- Doug Basler (R): 24.1% (21,140 votes)
- Kshama Sawant (I): 13.0% (11,405 votes)
- Melissa Chaudhry (D): 11.5% (10,124 votes)
- Jacob Perasso: 1.1% (937 votes)
Seattle City Council District 5
Four candidates are competing for the only Seattle City Council seat on the ballot this year following Cathy Moore's resignation.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Nilu Jenks: 50.4% (8,630 votes)
- Julie Kang: 36.0% (6,155 votes)
- Dimitri Georgakopoulos: 8.9% (1,520 votes)
- Silas James: 4.5% (776 votes)
- Write-in: 0.2% (37 votes)
King County Council
King County Council District 2
Voters are choosing a new representative for King County Council District 2 following the election of Girmay Zahilay as county executive.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Rebecca Saldaña: 52.8% (17,530 votes)
- Toshiko Grace Hasegawa: 37.9% (12,589 votes)
- Miriam Mboya: 8.6% (2,867 votes)
King County Council District 8
Voters are also choosing a representative for King County Council District 8.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Teresa Mosqueda: 63.9% (22,985 votes)
- Nick Duda: 26.9% (9,668 votes)
- Mia Jacobson: 8.8% (3,174 votes)
Washington Supreme Court
Four Supreme Court races are on the primary ballot, including contests involving Chief Justice Debra Stephens and newly appointed justices Theo Angelis and Colleen Melody.
Washington Supreme Court Position 1
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Colleen Melody (NP): 52% (570,497 votes)
- Scott Edwards (NP): 30% (327,361 votes)
- Laura Christensen Colberg (NP): 18% (196,100 votes)
Washington Supreme Court Position 3
Three candidates are competing for a seat on the Washington Supreme Court.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- David Stevens (NP): 35% (386,769 votes)
- Jaime Michelle Hawk (NP): 33% (361,035 votes)
- Mike Diaz (NP): 31% (341,227 votes)
Supreme Court Position 5
Four candidates are competing for a seat on the Washington Supreme Court.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Theo Angelis (NP): 35% (376,606 votes)
- Dave Larson (NP): 32% (348,673 votes)
- Sharonda Amamilo (NP): 21% (228,063 votes)
- Greg Miller (NP): 11% (122,395 votes)
Supreme Court Position 7
Four candidates are competing for a seat on the Washington Supreme Court.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Debra L. Stephens (NP): 55% (586,757 votes)
- Todd A. Bloom (NP): 27% (291,847 votes)
- Karim A. Merchant (NP): 11% (119,863 votes)
- David R. Shelvey (NP): 7% (70,029 votes)
King County assessor
Voters are also choosing a successor to former King County Assessor John Wilson, who is not seeking reelection.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Rob Foxcurran: 43.9% (132,218 votes)
- Dominique M. Scarimbolo: 20.0% (60,288 votes)
- Christopher Roberts: 19.6% (59,090 votes)
- Al Dams: 16.2% (48,934 votes)
Seattle Proposition 1
Seattle voters are deciding whether to renew the seven-year Seattle Public Library levy, which would raise about $480 million for technology upgrades, building maintenance, and other library services.
Here are the results as of Aug. 5 at 4 p.m.:
- Yes: 72.4% (84,879 votes)
- No: 27.6% (32,341 votes)
Washington counts ballots over several days, and election officials expect additional results to be released throughout the week as more mailed ballots are received and verified. Because ballots postmarked by Election Day can still be counted after Tuesday, close races may not be decided on election night.
