
2026 Washington Primary results
Washington held a primary election where nine candidates competed for one contested congressional seat. All candidates ran on the same ballot regardless of party, and the top two vote-getters advanced to the November general election.
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National story. 19 articles from 12 sources. Updated Aug 5, 2026.
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4 sourcesAP Decision Notes: What to expect in Washington state's primary
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5 sourcesRight
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Ran by 6 outlets across the spectrum· Winchester Star, Daily Journal