GOP flips traditionally Democratic seats in Columbia County

GOP flips traditionally Democratic seats in Columbia County Sen.-elect Suzanne Weber will represent Betsy Johnson's old district. Republicans also ...

November 16, 2022
10:36 PM

GOP flips traditionally Democratic seats in Columbia County Sen.-elect Suzanne Weber will represent Betsy Johnson's old district. Republicans also won two local House races. Although they fell short of winning majorities in the Legislature and lost their 11th consecutive gubernatorial election, Oregon Republicans could chalk up two big victories in Columbia County last Tuesday, Nov. 8, as they flipped House and Senate seats long represented by Columbia County Democrats. Republicans have been making gains in Columbia County for the past several election cycles.

Lauren Bishop