Republicans rumble at state party convention in Spokane

The Washington State Republican Party 2024 Convention faced disruptions as delegates clashed over the endorsement process for gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird. The Candidate Committee initially withdrew Bird from consideration due to late-breaking information violating vetting standards but later amended the report to include the governor's race after objections. Amid interruptions and drama, a delegate expressed disappointment at the decision, leading to an amendment adding the governor's race back into consideration. The controversy stemmed from recent disclosures about Bird's past bank fraud charge. Ultimately, another candidate, Dave Reichert, withdrew his name from consideration during the chaotic proceedings. The convention marked a historic moment with its pre-primary endorsement process, according to Paul Hess, chair of the Rules Committee.

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