Boston Globe: More than 150 House members urge Trump to rescind Bannon appointment By Christina Prignano More than 150 members of the House of Representatives have signed a letter urging President-elect Donald Trump to rescind his appointment of Stephen Bannon to a key White House post, a Rhode Island congressman announced Wednesday. The 169 US representatives — all Democrats… Read more »

Politico: Democrats demand that Trump rescind Bannon appointment By Nolan D. McCaskill Democrats on Tuesday began demanding President-elect Donald Trump rescind his controversial appointment of Breitbart News chief Steve Bannon. A flood of Democrats in Congress fiercely rejected allowing Bannon to serve in the White House, arguing that Trump’s appointment of a man many have labeled… Read more »

Orcas Issues: Rick Larsen Wins Re-election to Congress Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement tonight after winning re-election to represent Washington’s 2nd Congressional District: “The 2nd Congressional District belongs to the people. I thank the voters for the privilege to represent this great community for the next two years. It is an honor I take very… Read more »

North County Outlook: Tulalip Wellness Court will provide addicts new path to community By Christopher Andersson The Tulalip Tribes hope their new Tulalip Wellness Court will help drug addicts in the legal system find community support to lead a sober and healthy life. U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen came to visit the Tulalip Tribes and learn about their upcoming program on Oct. 18. Tulalip Tribal… Read more »

South Whidbey Record: Apply for a chance to see presidential inauguration Ever wanted to see a presidential inauguration? Well, South Whidbey residents could have that chance. Congressman Rick Larsen is inviting constituents to apply for tickets to attend the 2017 Presidential inauguration in Washington D.C. Those interested should email larsen.tickets@mail.house.gov by 5 p.m. on Nov. 25… Read more »

Everett Herald: Rick Larsen merits ninth term in U.S. House – Editorial By The Herald Editorial Board Nearing 16 years in Washington’s 2nd Congressional District, Rep. Rick Larsen, a Democrat, is seeking election to a ninth term, surpassing the House tenures of 2nd District notables Al Swift, Lloyd Meeds and even Henry M. “Scoop” Jackson — though Jackson… Read more »

South Whidbey Record: Opioids, transit, veteran services top Larsen’s legislative list By Kyle Jensen Island County’s opioid crisis was once again the leading issue on lawmakers’ plates when Congressman Rick Larsen laid out his legislative agenda to the Council of Governments on Wednesday. Larsen, who is up for re-election, made an appearance to discuss his goals for… Read more »

Lynnwood Today: Rep. Larsen hosts round table to discuss Korean relations By Natalie Covate Rep. Rick Larsen (D-02) held a round table discussion in Lynnwood on Tuesday with Korean officials and trade experts to determine where Washington and Korea could improve their trade relations. The question especially resonated in Lynnwood, where 200 of the 3,000 local businesses are owned by… Read more »

San Juan Islander: Larsen invites constituents to attend the 2017 Presidential Inauguration Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting his constituents to apply for tickets to attend the 2017 Presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. “The Presidential inauguration is an unforgettable and historic event,” said Larsen, “and I am thrilled to have an opportunity to share the… Read more »

North County Outlook: America's Best Communities projects continue in Arlington By Christopher Andersson U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen visits to see the improvements in downtown Arlington Arlington officials met with U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen to talk about the progress made with the $100,000 the community received as part of the America's Best Communities competition. Darrington and… Read more »