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The Washington State Standard is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news outlet that provides original reporting, analysis and commentary on Washington state government and politics. We seek to keep you informed about Washington’s most pressing issues, the decisions elected leaders are making, how they are spending tax dollars and who is influencing public policy. We’re part of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization.
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DOJ investigating University of Washington over antisemitism concerns

Federal officials have launched a civil rights review of the University of Washington, citing concerns over antisemitism linked to an off-campus event.
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Fee on health insurers to fund abortion services debated in WA Legislature

A Washington bill would require insurers to pay a new tax to fund abortion services, drawing support and opposition from religious leaders.
Eastern Washington

Signatures filed for initiatives on parental rights, blocking trans athletes from girls’ sports

Backers of two Washington initiatives on parental rights and transgender athletes submitted enough signatures to move the measures toward legislative review.
Israel-Hamas War

Four WA colleges named in Trump administration antisemitism probe

The Trump administration warned 60 colleges - four from Washington, including Eastern Washington University - about possible consequences if they don't protect Jewish students from antisemitism.
Local News

Seattle judge blocks Trump order on gender-affirming care

A Seattle federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's executive order to cut funds for youth gender-affirming care, citing constitutional concerns. More legal battles ahead.
Local News

Washington considers bills to recognize two Muslim holidays

Washington lawmakers consider two bills in 2025 to make Muslim holidays Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha state-recognized.
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Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship

On Tuesday, Attorney General Nick Brown, along with peers in Oregon, Arizona and Illinois, sued the Trump administration over the his executive order to end birthright citizenship.
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