Larsen Statement on New Results

Everett, WA - Tonight, Rick Larsen released the following statement after 24,488 new ballots were reported in the race for the Second Congressional seat:

“Although the race remains close, my lead has increased. The numbers released tonight show a clear trend in my direction. For the second day, the numbers released trended in my favor. And of the ballots counted and reported tonight, I took 51.93% of the vote.”

“This trend is running in my favor and running against John Koster.”

“I remain optimistic that when every vote is counted, I will stay on top.”