August 17, 2026
USMCA has saved Washington businesses $126 million in direct tariff costs
High costs and a failing economy are hurting families and businesses in Northwest Washington. Now, President Trump is threatening to make matters worse with new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods that could send prices even higher next month.
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August 14, 2026
Social Security has served as a lifeline for 91 years.
Today marks 91 years since the creation of Social Security. On this day in 1935, the monumental 37-page Social Security Act was signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. And now, most Americans do not remember a time before Social Security.
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August 12, 2026
Washington is the epicenter
Earlier this year, I joined members of Washington and Oregon's congressional delegations in urging the Trump administration to prepare for what we feared could be a dangerous wildfire season.
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Rick Larsen represents Washington state's 2nd Congressional District. Rick was born and raised in Northwest Washington, and his family has called this region home for more than 100 years.
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