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Ten candidates seek to oust Rep. Michael Baumgartner in Washington’s 5th District

A crowded primary has emerged in Washington’s easternmost congressional district, where ten candidates are challenging Rep. Michael Baumgartner.

Published Jul 29, 2026, 4:45 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Ten candidates in eastern Washington are challenging Rep. Michael Baumgartner in the state’s 5th Congressional District. The field sets up a competitive race in Washington’s easternmost district as multiple contenders aim to unseat the incumbent.