The Northwest Politicast

A new poll shows a majority of Seattle voters want to change the direction of City Hall. But those same voters are split on the direction the City Council should take. PLUS: Bremerton

Due to a lack of affordable housing and many other factors, Seattle has been overrun with a crisis of homelessness. At the same time, downtown has a glut of empty office space post-pandemic. So why can

After surrendering to law enforcement for the fourth time, former President Donald Trump poses for the world

The Washington State Republican Party chooses a staunch conservative in State Representative Jim Walsh as its new chairman. But after years of losses in statewide elections, can Walsh reverse the trend? PLUS: Former President Donald Trump is indicted for a fourth time AND: Why Special Counsel Jack Smith wants to see the former president

As every level of government appears to spin its wheels on homelessness, the problem is just getting worse. We visit one of the more dangerous encampments in Seattle and speak with neighbors who complain that leaders are doing nothing. PLUS: The Iowa State Fair is this weekend. We

Seattle voters have spoken, and significant change is coming to Seattle City Hall. Regardless of who wins, there will be at least 4 and as many as 8 new City Council members come January 1. We

During the waning days of COVID the Richland School Board voted to ignore the state

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-Seattle) makes some controversial, if not anti-Semitic remarks about Israel. The bipartisan response has been swift, and now there

The election is more than a year away, but three lawyers have already said they want to be the next Attorney General. Former US Attorney Nick Brown, State Senator Manka Dhingra, and private attorney Liz Hallock have all filed with Public Disclosure Commission. This week, both Brown and Dhingra join us to discuss the campaign. PLUS: It wasn

In something of a slow rollout, former Congressman Dave Reichert has jumped into the race for governor. He filed with the state

The U.S. Supreme Court gives conservatives big victories on Affirmative Action, federal student loans, and anti-discrimination laws. Looking at the docket next term, this could just be the beginning. We

Forty-five candidates are seeking seven seats on the Seattle City Council in this year

Caleb Heimlich, the long-time head of the Washington Republican Party, announced he is stepping down to spend more time with family. However, he

State Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) is jumping into the race for governor. Focusing his campaign on tax policy, Mullet is attempting to position himself as more of a centrist than some of the other Democrats in the race. PLUS: Congress reaches a deal to avoid a default, but Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Seattle) and other progressives, as well as some conservatives, oppose the measure. AND: Remembering Congressman Don Bonker. Guests include State Senator Mark Mullet, ABC's Andy Field, and Dan Diamond of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

State lawmakers finally come to an agreement on drug laws. Possession of a controlled substance will soon be a gross misdemeanor, and the legislature created the new crime of public drug use. Both are punishable by up to 180 days in jail. While the governor and most lawmakers are celebrating passage of the bill as a bipartisan success, some are deriding the move as a significant step backward. PLUS: A new children

Whether it's fake images or computer-generated voices made to sound like real people, 'deep fakes' and artificial intelligence have become a major concern for lawmakers and lawyers. Is it truly free speech if you are using a computer to put words into someone else's mouth? National security is also an issue. We know our adversaries are using AI against us, so some argue that we should be deploying our own versions to fight back. We'll explore a few scenarios and use some eerily accurate examples of AI media to illustrate the problem. PLUS: President Biden's approval rating has hit a new low, and that's not even the worst of it for the White House. AND: The latest on Title 42 and the situation at the southern border. Guests include former Microsoft Chief Technology Officer Alex Gounares; legal analyst Royal Oakes; and Scott Clement, poling director for the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Governor Jay Inslee announced this week he would not seek re-election. Less than 24 hours later, Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced an 'exploratory campaign' for governor. State Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz has been somewhat cryptic about her intentions, and there's talk of other Democrats jumping into the race. But what about the Republicans? After two cycles of having less-than-stellar candidates, can GOP even hope to compete? We'll have an in-depth look at how the races is shaping up. PLUS: State lawmakers will convene in a special session to deal with the issue of drug possession. AND: Just how safe are Washington's banks? Guests include House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary, political analysts Randy Pepple and Cathy Allen, and conservative talk show host Ari Hoffman of 570 KVI. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

After state lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on how to handle drug addiction local governments are scrambling to pass their own laws, as Washington's ban on possessing controlled substances will expire on July 1st. Each party is blaming the other for the legislature's inability to act, while the public is caught in the middle. We'll hear from both sides. PLUS: The 2024 presidential race is shaping up to be the geriatric campaign AND: Remembering the political impact of Harry Belafonte. Guests include Speaker of the State House of Representatives Laurie Jinkins, King County Councilman Reagan Dunn, and ABC's Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

With just hours remaining in the legislative session, lawmakers must wrap up a whirlwind debate on how to handle drug possession. Central to the dispute is whether it should be a felony, a misdemeanor, or even a crime at all. But even more urgently, the House and Senate must also agree on a budget to avoid being called back to Olympia. We'll break down the 2023 term. PLUS: Fox News has to pay a hefty settlement after the conservative media giant gave a platform to false claims about election fraud. AND: The US Supreme Court issues another late-Friday ruling on abortion. Guests include Northwest Newsradio's ABC's Andy Field and legal analyst Paul Queary of the Washington Observer. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

Late Friday, two federal judges issued conflicting rulings on mifepristone, a drug commonly used in abortions. One judge ruled FDA approval should be rescinded, though he stayed his ruling pending appeal. Another judge ruled access to the drug should be expanded. We'll take a look at the rulings, plus examine Washington state's contingency plan that was just announced this week. PLUS: We examine the political and legal implications of the indictment and arrest of former President Donald Trump. AND: Democrats accuse Republicans of blatant racism after the GOP majority in the Tennessee House of Representatives expels two Black lawmakers. Guests include Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, ABC's Andy Field, and legal analyst Royal Oakes. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

After more than a decade, Seattle Police say it is time to end the federal consent decree that governs the department's policies. Saying they have made significant strides in ending biased policing and unnecessary use of force, both Chief Adrian Diaz and Assistant US Attorney General Kristen Clarke are petitioning the Court to reduce the level of federal oversight. Ultimately, it will be up to Judge James Robart. PLUS: Starbucks gets roasted on Capitol Hill. AND: The latest on the indictment of Donald Trump. Guests include Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, ABC's Andy Field, and legal analyst Royal Oakes. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

It's never too early to start thinking about the next election, so with that in mind we'll take a look at the state of the race for Washington governor. Who's in? Who's out? And will Republicans actually have a shot this time around? We'll attempt to answer these questions with Paul Queary of the Washington Observer. PLUS: A north Idaho hospital says it will no longer deliver babies in part due to the state's strict abortion ban. AND: More signs of bipartisanship in Olympia as Republicans react favorably to the Democrats' proposed budget. Guests include Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, ABC's Mike Dobuski, and Marisa Iati of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Despite high-profile disagreements over police pursuits and tax policy, legislative leaders say this has been the most cooperative and bipartisan session in years. Much of that change is attributed to the fact that lawmakers are meeting in-person for the first time since the pandemic. PLUS: How stable are the nation's banks? After the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in California and Signature Bank in New York, investors are jittery, leading to a significant downturn in the market this past week. AND: TikTok's days could be numbered here in the United States. Guests include State Representatives J.T. Wilcox and Joe Fitzgibbon, as well as ABC's Ike Ejiochi and Mike Dobuski. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

In what could signal a shift for the GOP, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is using the power of government in an attempt to control the actions of private industry. After a public spat with Disney over education policy, he wrestled control away from the company over the private district that includes Disneyland. He also signed a law that fines social media companies for de-platforming any political candidate, even if that candidate repeatedly violates the company's terms of service. As DeSantis is a presumed frontrunner for the 2024 presidential nomination, this could indicate change within the Republican Party away from laissez-faire economics and toward more government control. We'll talk with a prominent member of the party. PLUS: Some of the biggest proposals from both parties this legislative session have died quick deaths in Olympia. AND: How America is woefully unprepared for the next pandemic, both medically and politically. Guests include State Senator Marko Liias, KVI's John Carlson, and Paul Queary of the Washington Observer. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

State lawmakers have renewed their push to make the legislature exempt from public disclosure laws. This would include protecting things like emails to and from lobbyists as well as calendars and meeting schedules. At the same time, the state's 'Sunshine Committee', which is charged with making sure government doesn't operate in secret is in danger of dissolving. We'll get details from a former member. PLUS: Lawmakers debate banning alcoholic drinks infused with cannabis and stiffening penalties for crooked corrections officers. AND: The theory COVID came from a lab leak in China is getting more traction Guests include Northwest Newsradio's Carleen Johnson, former FBI Agent Brad Garrett, and ABC's Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

During testimony in a 2017 case George Santos told King County Judge Sean O'Donnell he worked for Goldman Sachs in New York, a claim now known to be false as Goldman Sachs has no record of Santos ever working there. Santos was testifying as a character witness for a 'family friend' who was deported to Brazil for credit card fraud after he was seen with skimming devices at ATMs on Pike Street. We have courtroom sound of Santos' comments, and chat with Politico reporter Jacqueline Sweet, who broke the story. PLUS: An Alaska state representative is censured for offensive comments about child abuse. AND: There's bipartisan support in Olympia to impose tax breaks for certain types of pigeons. Guests include Politico's Jacqueline Sweet, legal analyst Royal Oakes, and Paul Queary of the Washington Observer. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The Everett City Council has unanimously voted to open an investigation into Mayor Cassie Franklin, who is alleged to have had an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate. The employee in question is Deputy Mayor Nick Harper, a former state lawmaker who resigned from the Legislature a decade ago amidst a separate sex scandal. PLUS: Washington Congressman Rick Larsen joins to talk about the country's response to China and the downing of several unidentified objects over North America. AND: Damming revelations about Fox News and the network's effort to limit journalism surrounding the 2020 election Guests include ABC's Andy Field, Phillip Bump from the Washington Post, and Northwest Newsradio's Corwin Haeck. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

In an effort to help those suffering from diabetes, state lawmakers floated a bill this week that would potentially lower the cost of insulin. It's a parallel move to what President Joe Biden announced during his State of the Union Address. PLUS: Speaking of the State of the Union, we'll get reaction to the speech from our local members of Congress. AND: The state legislature wants to limit what your employer can search while you're on their property. Guests Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, Daniel Lippman from Politco, and ABC's Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Four Seattle City Council members have said or implied they won't seek re-election. And this week, Teresa Mosqueda announced she's hoping for higher office and running for the King County Council. It's entirely possible that in January of 2024 there will be five brand new faces on the nine-member council. So what's with the mass exodus? PLUS: The latest on that Chinese spy balloon floating over the continental US. AND: Details on push in Olympia to extend the school year. Guests include political strategist Ron Dotzauer, pollster Scott Clement, and ABC's Alex Stone. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

In a showdown over tax policy, the State Supreme Court heard arguments this week on whether they should uphold or strike down the new capital gains tax. Republicans argue it is an illegal income tax, while Democrats argue it is an excise tax, perfectly fine under state law. We'll hear the arguments from both sides. PLUS: Governor Jay Inslee make a rare appearance in front of the State Legislature. AND: The latest on the classified documents scandal involving President Biden, former President Donald Trump, and former Vice President Mike Pence. Guests include Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, ABC's Andy Field, and Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Kshama Sawant, arguably the most controversial Seattle City Council member has announced she will not seek re-election. The socialist firebrand says she will now work to advance her ideals on a national scale. But how will this change City Hall? We'll get some analysis. PLUS: The religious right sours on Donald Trump AND: How city council meetings can go south. Guests include KOMO's Chris Daniels, ABC's Alex Stone, and Hannah Knowles of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The 2023 legislative session gets underway and Governor Jay Inslee gives his State of the State Address. We'll outline his plans for the coming year, as well as the GOP's competing agenda. PLUS: President Biden gets his own docu-drama, after classified items were found at his home and private office. AND: A fond farewell to one of our own. Guests include ABC's Andy Field, Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, and criminal defense attorney David Trieweiler. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

We go one-on-one with Representative Marie Glusenkamp Perez, the first Democrat to represent Washington's 3rd Congressional District in more than a decade. We discuss the campaign, why she decided to run, and her goals for her term in Congress. PLUS: Kevin McCarthy may have seized the speakership, but what did he have to give away to conservative hardliners to get it? AND: A preview of Washington's legislative session, which is scheduled to begin later this week. Guests include ABC's Andy Field, Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, and Representative Marie Glusenkamp Perez. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

We look back at 2022 in politics. Whether it was the January 6th Committee or Seattle's fight against crime and homelessness, there was no shortage of stories. We'll take a look back at some of the most impactful events of the last year and revisit some of our more interesting interviews. Among the stories we chronicle: Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's first year in office, how a Democrat was able to win the reliably conservative 3rd Congressional District, bombshell testimony during the January 6th Committee hearings, and the fall of Roe v. Wade. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

One year into his term as Seattle mayor, Bruce Harrell sits down with the Politicast to discuss the accomplishments and challenges he's faced. Topics include his relationship with the City Council, crime and homelessness, and his philosophy of governance. PLUS: Congress and the President move to protect same-sex marriage, but does the bill that passed truly protect gay rights? AND: Combatting an alarming rise in hate crimes against LGBTQ people. Guests include Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, ABC's Andy Field, and Shane Harris of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The trial of Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer is underway. He's accused of false reporting and making false statements about his interaction with a newspaper carrier in January of 2021. But if convicted, will he actually spend time in jail? Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris joins us with the latest. PLUS: Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema leaves the Democratic Party. AND: Former President Trump, still not accepting the results of the 2020 election, says the Constitution should be suspended. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

Now that the election results are all but certified, it appears voters have mostly rejected Trump-backed candidates and what they represent. Nowhere was that more pronounced than in races for the Washington State legislature, where Democrats appear to be picking up seats in both chambers. In one case, voters even elected a moderate Republican over a long-time incumbent who had aligned himself with former President Trump and other 2020 election deniers. PLUS: Governor Inslee speaks with us from the COP27 summit in Egypt. AND: The chair of the Washington State Democratic Party is under fire for alleged threats she made to various candidates. Guests include Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, as well as Karen Travers and Andy Field from ABC News. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

With control of Congress still to be decided, the expected Republican tsunami never happened. So what went wrong? Everyone was expecting a GOP landslide. We'll hear from both the chairman of the Washington State Republican Party and a local pollster about what happened on Tuesday. PLUS: The number of congressional races just went from 469 to 1 as a runoff in Georgia will likely determine which party controls the Senate. AND: Kevin McCarthy may not have such an easy time getting the job of Speaker of the House. Guests include Washington state GOP Chairman Caleb Heimlich, pollster Stuart Elway, as well as Karen Travers and Andy Field of ABC News. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

November 2022 marks ten years since Washington voters legalized recreational marijuana. But it still remains illegal under federal law. What has the state learned in the last decade? And what remains when it comes to policy reform? Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris helps us take an in-depth look at how Initiative 502 changed Washington state. PLUS: A final look at the state of the race before next Tuesday's elections, as Republicans are in a better position than ever to take control of Congress. AND: A race for state legislature is tearing a family apart on Whidbey Island. Guests include former Washington state GOP Chairman Kirby Wilbur, ABC's Alex Presha, and Supreme Court reporter Robert Barnes of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The GOP seems to have had enough of State Representative Robert Sutherland and is spending a fair amount of money to unseat him. But because two Republicans advanced in the August primary, even if Sutherland loses on November 8th, the GOP will keep the seat. We'll take a look at why the party's leaders and donors have turned on him. PLUS: With less than two weeks to go, we get a checkup on the race between Senator Patty Murray and challenger Tiffany Smiley. AND: We look at the phenomenon of 'ticket splitting' and try to understand why Everett wants to ban roosters. Guests include Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, Ishaan Tharoor of the Washington Post, and political analysts Cathy Allen and Randy Pepple. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Governor Inslee and other Washington Democrats announced they will push for a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights in Washington state. But can they get the necessary two-thirds majority in the state legislature? PLUS: Chaos in Great Britain, as Prime Minister Liz Truss' conservative government collapses. AND: Why a local politician is asking police to investigate a bag of poo. Guests include ABC's Tom Rivers from London, Northwest Newsradio's Ryan Harris, and Michael Birnbaum of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Seattleites may feel safe in their neighborhoods but they tend to avoid going downtown due to crime and homelessness, according to a new poll. The survey sent a clear message to City Hall that voters have become frustrated with the lack of progress cleaning up the downtown core. Pollster and political strategist Ron Dotzauer helps us break down the numbers. PLUS: The House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the US Capitol held what could be its final hearing, and it unveiled some shocking new video before issuing a subpoena to the former president. AND: Is the White House creating a 'Biden Doctrine' of foreign policy? Guests include Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, political strategist Ron Dotzauer, as well as ABC's Faith Abubey and Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Fans in the northwest are ecstatic now that the Mariners have made the playoffs for the first time in more than 20 years. But October baseball changes how candidates campaign. Democratic strategist Cathy Allen and Republican strategist Randy Pepple explain. PLUS: A member of President Biden's cabinet visits Washington state and takes a few minutes to speak with us about what he's doing. AND: Dispelling some of the biggest myths about election fraud. Guests include Ryan Harris of Northwest Newsradio, ABC's Lionel Moise , and US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

In the case of State v. Rivers, lawyers argue that a Black man sentenced to life in prison was denied a fair trial because the jury pool was far more White than the local population. The Justices are now considering a rule that would mandate a certain racial makeup for jury pools in Washington. We get some legal analysis and talk to a researcher who has studied the issue of race in the criminal justice system. PLUS: What exactly did Gini Thomas say to the January 6th Committee? AND: Joe Kennedy, Bremerton's 'praying coach,' may have won a legal victory, but it doesn't seem to be having the intended effect that many of his supporters may have hoped for. Guests include Jessica Levin and Peter Collins of Seattle University and ABC's Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Republican nominee Christine Drazan has a legitimate shot at winning, thanks in large part due to a Democrat-turned-Independent who could act as a spoiler. Polls show the race is tightening and we'll get some analysis from an expert on Oregon politics. PLUS: Republicans are also gaining ground in Washington state, as Tiffany Smiley appears to be closing the gap against Patty Murray. AND: The latest on the fight over a proposed homeless 'megaplex' in SoDo. Guests include Randall Edwards of Strategies 360, pollster Stuart Elway, and ABC's Andy Field. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Governors Ron DeSantis of Florida and Greg Abbott of Texas each sent undocumented immigrants to the Democrat-controlled areas of Massachusetts and Washington, D.C. The idea was to get the federal government to do more at the southern border. But as ABC's Andy Field tells us, the president can only do so much, as it will take an act of Congress to solve the problem. PLUS: Anyone with a Twitter account is likely worried after this week's testimony from a company whistleblower. AND: The latest on former President Trump's request for a special master in the FBI's raid of Mar-a-Lago. Guests include Robert Barnes of the Washington Post and ABC's Jay O'Brien. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Pollsters infamously miscalculated Donald Trump's support in 2016 and faced similar problems in 2020. But have they learned anything from those mistakes, or are the surveys once again underestimating certain groups? We'll speak with a data analyst about changes that have been made in the polling industry and whether or not they seem effective. PLUS: A mysterious group with undisclosed donors is running some inflammatory ads in Seattle and across the country. We examine who and what this group is and what they are trying to do. AND: Remembering Queen Elizabeth and her 70 years on the throne. Guests include ABC's Andy Field, Politico's Alex Isenstadt, and David Byler of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

America's unique system of governance, with its separation of powers and de-centralized bureaucracy, has both benefits and drawbacks. But our special guest this week, Professor Jake Grumbach of the University of Washington, argues that this system is strained to the breaking point. National parties have promoted uniformity of beliefs which have all but eliminated regional differences and local control. Jake joins us for an extended discussion about where he thinks the country is headed. PLUS: Campaigning in Pennsylvania, President Biden draws a stark contrast between himself and his leading Republican opponent for 2024. AND: Remembering Mikhail Gorbachev, who died this week at the age of 91. Additional guests include legal analyst Royal Oakes, ABC's Jay O'Brien, and Christian Caryl of the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Fueled mostly by the controversial Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, Democrats are seeing a resurgence in the polls. And Republicans don't seem to be helping their cause as they have nominated a number of weak candidates in races that should be easy wins. Pollster Stuart Elway joins to talk about how the numbers have changed and to take a closer look at some of Washington's most competitive matchups. PLUS: The latest on the FBI raid of Mar-a-Lago now that we have the redacted affidavit that led to the search. AND: Fact-checking some of the more outlandish claims about the IRS and what it plans to do. Guests ABC's Alex Stone and Andy Field as well as Danielle Douglas-Gabriel from the Washington Post. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

In what is called an 'amicus brief,' Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has joined 15 other states in a federal lawsuit seeking to overturn Idaho's near-total abortion ban. The AG joins the Politicast to explain why Washington is getting involved with the politics of another state. PLUS: Former President Trump claims the documents he took from the White House were declassified, but there is no evidence the proper steps were taken to ensure national security. We'll hear from a former FBI agent who can tell us what was supposed to happen. AND: Liz Cheney loses her bid for re-election to a Trump-endorsed opponent, but she says she will continue do everything she can to keep the former president out of the Oval Office. Guests include crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett, ABC's Alex Stone, and Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Republican Congresswoman Jaime Herrera-Beutler, who has served Washington's 3rd Congressional District since 2011, was defeated in this month's primary. Conservatives were unhappy with her vote to impeach former President Donald Trump, and a 2020 election denier in Joe Kent was able to finish with enough votes to advance to the general election. We'll examine how it happened ant the possibility that democrats may take the seat in November. PLUS: The latest on the FBI's raid of Mar-a-Lago, where they were searching for classified documents they believe were taken illegally by Donald Trump when he left the White House. AND: How conspiracy theorist Alex Jones may have been done in by his own lawyer. Guests include Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, legal analyst Royal Oakes, and ABC's Dave Packer. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most. Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.