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Larsen Rejects Trump’s Reckless War; Supports U.S. Military

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Today, I voted against President Trump’s reckless war, which he has not justified to the American people or Congress. The people I represent want lower prices and less war from this Administration, but they are getting higher prices and more…

Larsen Reintroduces Bill to End Dark Money in Elections

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Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined 184 colleagues in both houses of Congress in reintroducing the DISCLOSE Act, legislation to end dark money in American elections and make government more accountable to the will of voters.   “Folks in Northwest Washington deserve to participate in a fair election and have the right to know who is…

Larsen Applauds New Resources for Businesses Recovering from December Floods

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) applauded the news that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has made available low interest federal disaster loans to Washington businesses impacted by severe flooding last December. “The communities I represent need federal support to rebuild from the devastating floods in December,” said Rep. Larsen. “These…

Larsen Joins Leader Jeffries in Statement on Iran Strikes

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and the New Democrat Coalition's statements on U.S. strikes against Iran. Leader Jeffries' released the following statement: "Overnight, Donald Trump announced the start of massive and ongoing military operations against Iran. The framers of the United States Constitution gave Congress the sole power…

Larsen Applauds SCOTUS Slapping Down Trump's Tariffs

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I am glad that the Supreme Court has taken action to strike down President Trump's tariffs and lower prices for Americans since Republican leadership in Congress refused to do so. I will continue to lead legislative efforts to end pointless…

Larsen Joins Entire WA Delegation in Supporting Governor’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance to Repair Damage from Historic December Flooding

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Washington state’s entire congressional delegation in a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to approve Governor Bob Ferguson’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance to help repair state infrastructure damaged in December’s historic flooding. Preliminary damage assessments performed in…

Larsen Launches First Annual Valentines for Veterans Drive

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced the establishment of an annual Valentines for Veterans drive. Valentines created by Northwest Washington students will be distributed to local veterans and servicemembers on February 14th.     “To all the women and men who have served our country, happy Valentine’s Day and thank you for your service," said Rep. Larsen.…

Larsen Condemns Trump Administration Demolishing Key Climate Regulations

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Protecting Washington state's environment is a top priority of mine. The Trump administration’s decision to ignore established science about climate change is reckless, stupid and dangerous,” said Rep. Larsen. “From flooding to wildfires, Northwest Washingtonians know that climate change is real…