Tobias Read is one of two Democratic frontrunners for the party’s secretary of state nomination.
By Julia Shumway - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek nixes plans to expand first lady’s role after pushback
Gov. Tina Kotek apologized for the way she went about pursuing an “Office of the First Spouse” and said she won’t create one.
Oregon Republicans to visit Arizona-Mexico border to learn about security issues
AROUND OREGON: Republican legislators from Oregon head south to get briefings on border and immigration issues. The trip is expected to lead to new legislation, according to Senate leader.
Top Kotek staff were concerned about first lady’s role, security requests, records show
AROUND OREGON: Gov. Tina Kotek’s top staff raised questions about public resources being used for the governor’s spouse. The governor’s office on Friday, April 26, released emails and other documents about the issue.
Federal judge dismisses former legislative employee’s suit over Capitol harassment investigations
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from the Oregon Capitol’s former chief equity officer, Nate Monson, who said he was forced to resign.
Constitution, conscience, constituents, caucus guide new Oregon Senate GOP leader Daniel Bonham
Sen. Daniel Bonham will take over leading the Senate Republican caucus from Bend Republican Tim Knopp on April 15. Both are barred from running for reelection.
Kotek considering vetoes of infrastructure projects, money for Portland shoe factory
Gov. Tina Kotek is considering vetoing money legislators set aside for six water and sewage infrastructure projects, none in the Salem area.
Oregon Gov. Kotek queries ethics commission about expanding wife’s role
Ethics Commission Executive Director Susan Myers said the commission can’t provide guidance about Gov. Tina Kotek’s spouse until it resolves complaints filed against Kotek.
Where Oregon House races stand ahead of the primary
Salem will see one of the few competitive races for an Oregon House seat in 2024.
Kotek’s wife gets aide, office space as governor considers creating ‘Office of the First Spouse’
The move to create an office for the governor’s wife comes shortly after three top Kotek administration officials stepped down or took leave.
