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Tina Kotek

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Tina Kotek is an American politician serving as the 38th governor of Oregon since January 9, 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously held the position of Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives from January 14, 2013, until her gubernatorial inauguration. Kotek has been a prominent advocate for various issues, including affordable housing, education reform, and healthcare access in Oregon. Her leadership in the House was marked by significant legislative achievements and a focus on progressive policies.

Jun 6, 2026

“States are being asked to carry out a complicated federal mandate without clear rules, without enough time, and with the risk that eligible people lose health care because of paperwork problems and system failures,”

northdakotamonitor.com
Jun 5, 2026

Chris has the experience needed to keep the organization moving at this truly critical juncture. He has my full confidence.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 5, 2026

I’m grateful to Lisa and Chris for being willing to step in and serve the people of Oregon who depend on a safe and reliable transportation system.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 3, 2026

I fought for these funds in my budget to stabilize services in Oregon because rural communities deserve reliable, high quality maternity care close to home.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 3, 2026

The Trump administration’s cuts to Medicaid will make rural maternity care harder to sustain and I applaud the work by the (Oregon Health Authority) to maximize state dollars to support Oregon providers.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 2, 2026

States are being asked to carry out a complicated federal mandate without clear rules, without enough time, and with the risk that eligible people lose health care because of paperwork problems and system failures.

oklahomavoice.com
Jun 1, 2026

Oregon will follow state law and ensure we do not aid these unlawful immigration enforcement efforts.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 1, 2026

I know tribal leaders, family farmers and ranchers and Oregonians across the state who care deeply about protecting our land, waters and wildlife.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 1, 2026

This petition does nothing to help that, and it risks criminalizing common agricultural practices that are critical to Oregon’s economy.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Jun 1, 2026

ICE agents have repeatedly engaged in illegitimate activities, causing unwarranted chaos, sowing fear and damaging the relationship between law enforcement and our communities.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
May 20, 2026

Oregonians are feeling the financial pressure from high fuel prices and escalating inflation driven by the Trump administration’s conflict with Iran, so I’m thankful that Oregon is maintaining a balanced budget to protect core services.

oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Nov 25, 2025

Repair plans for the 20-inch segment are being developed and a timeline for repair and restart will be shared when available.

theguardian.com
Nov 19, 2025

I am relieved that all 200 Oregon citizen-soldiers are finally heading home.

theguardian.com
Nov 18, 2025

Members of the Oregon National Guard, who are our friends and neighbors, have been away from their families and jobs for 50 days on an unnecessary deployment.

apnews.com
Nov 9, 2025

This ruling, now the fourth of its kind, validates the facts on the ground. Oregon does not want or need military intervention, and President Trump’s attempts to federalize the guard is a gross abuse of power.

usatoday.com
Oct 10, 2025

I support Wilson’s efforts to hold the line in response to the Trump administration’s lies and aggressive tactics.

thenation.com
Oct 5, 2025

The facts on the ground in Oregon haven't changed. There's no need for military intervention in Oregon. There's no insurrection in Portland, there's no threat to national security.

cbsnews.com
Oct 5, 2025

This is a continuation and escalation of the President’s dangerous, un-American misuse of states’ National Guard members.

nbcnews.com
Oct 5, 2025

It is our understanding that there are more on the way today.

nbcnews.com
Sep 29, 2025

does not want military troops and that public safety will be handled by local law enforcement

msnbc.com
Sep 29, 2025

Despite this — and all evidence to the contrary — he has chosen to disregard Oregonians’ safety and ability to govern ourselves. This is not necessary. And it is unlawful. And it will make Oregonians less safe.

nbcnews.com
Sep 29, 2025

When the president and I spoke yesterday, I told him in plain language that there is no insurrection or threat to public safety that necessitates military intervention in Portland or any other city in our state.

nbcnews.com
Sep 28, 2025

When the president and I spoke yesterday, I told him in very plain language that there is no insurrection or a threat to public safety that necessitates military intervention in Portland or any other city in our state, despite this, and…

cbsnews.com
Sep 27, 2025

Our city is a far cry from the war-ravaged community he has posted on social media and I conveyed that directly to him.

cbsnews.com

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