Question 1

Who has the Yakima County Republican Party endorsed?

Accepted Answer

For 2026, the Yakima County Republican Party has endorsed 9 candidates and ballot measures across federal, state, county, judicial, local, and ballot-measure races. The full list is on this page, organized by office.

Question 2

How are Yakima GOP endorsements decided?

Accepted Answer

Endorsements are voted on by the Yakima County Republican Party Central Committee — Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) elected from each precinct in the county. Candidates apply for endorsement and are interviewed before the vote.

Question 3

Does a Yakima GOP endorsement guarantee a candidate wins?

Accepted Answer

No. Endorsement reflects the official position of the party committee. Voters make their own choice at the ballot box. Endorsement signals which candidate the party considers most aligned with Republican principles and most likely to govern effectively.

Question 4

How do I apply for endorsement?

Accepted Answer

Email the chair at mattbrown.chair@gmail.com to request an endorsement application and the schedule for the next round of central committee endorsement votes.

Question 5

Can the party rescind an endorsement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The central committee can vote to rescind an endorsement at any meeting if circumstances warrant. Rescinded endorsements are removed from this page.