Former Washington Governor Christine Gregoire Criticizes State Spending at Business Summit

Former governor slams WA's spending: 'I left office with a budget of $33 billion, and the budget today is $80 billion'

Former Washington Governor Christine Gregoire criticized the state's handling of its finances now that the state budget has nearly tripled since she was last in office.

Former Washington Governor Christine Gregoire criticizes state spending at business summit

VANCOUVER, Wash. — Former Washington Democratic Governor Christine Gregoire delivered sharp criticism of the state's fiscal management during the Association of Washington Business 2026 Summit in Vancouver earlier this month. Gregoire, who now serves as CEO of Challenge Seattle, a coalition of business leaders addressing regional issues, said the state budget has ballooned dramatically since