Today, a federal court heard the DOJ's lawsuit seeking Washington's protected voter information. We will continue defending voters' privacy and protecting the rights of every Washington voter. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Rz3kpP
Steve Hobbs
@stevehobbs.bsky.social
Washington Secretary of State. Lt. Colonel, Washington Army National Guard.
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs' response to the DOJ letter. Read the full response here: https://bit.ly/459oOMW
Secretary Hobbs responds to President Trump’s July 16 nationally televised address. Read the full statement here: https://bit.ly/4vCjf4v
This ruling supports Washington’s longstanding practices administering secure, accurate, and accessible vote-by-mail elections. 2/2
Today, in another win for vote-by-mail states, a federal judge granted the NAACP’s motion to enforce a 2021 agreement requiring the U.S. Postal Service to prioritize election mail. 1/2
On June 29, 2026, the United States Supreme Court ruled that ballots received after Election Day but postmarked on or before Election Day can continue to be counted for federal races. https://bit.ly/3QQE3Xz
‼️ USPS’s proposed mail ballot rule could worsen existing mail delays and disenfranchise eligible voters, Washington state’s chief election official warned. He also says Washington election officials are already seeing problems with USPS delivery and postmarking. https://bit.ly/4eMYAo7
On Friday, May 29, the U.S. Postal Service released a proposed rule for handling ballot mail in federal elections in alignment with Executive Order 14399 regarding elections. Read our full statement here: https://bit.ly/4dG0lE8
Day 2 of the 2026 Japan Trade Mission: the spirit of play. Secretary Hobbs and our delegation toured MUFG Stadium for a behind-the-scenes look at one of Tokyo's most iconic venues, from the colorful seat design to the stunning field. 🏟️🇯🇵 #WAinJapan #SpiritOfPlay 1/3
Day 1 in Japan. Secretary Hobbs met with top executives from @MHI_Group, @BoeingJapan, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and @SUBARU_CORP. Washington state is strengthening its global ties. Follow along for updates throughout the week! 🇯🇵 #WAinJapan
Even though I'm Washington's Secretary of State, I still serve and maintain the standard. Plus, I love doing this! Today, I took the Army Fitness Test. Maximum Deadlift • Hand-Release • Push-up • Sprint-drag-carry • Plank • 2-Mile Run My score is posted. Not bad for a 56 year old.
Happy AANHPI Heritage Month! From fighting for safer communities to expanding access to healthcare and education, Democratic AANHPI leaders and families have driven progress across WA and beyond.
"The president’s attempt to prevent registered voters from receiving ballots is unconstitutional and unfair to voters... Elected officials should be doing everything to protect the constitutional rights of [WA] voters, not making it harder." - @stevehobbs.bsky.social
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs blasts Trump executive order on voter lists
Washington's Secretary of State has released a statement following President Donald Trump's signing of an executive order on elections, aimed at creating a nati
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SOS Steve Hobbs is working hard to protect WA voters and secure our elections. We’ll keep fighting to defend our democracy, protect voter privacy, and ensure every eligible Washingtonian can vote without fear.
DOJ confirms voter data sharing with Homeland Security, but denies building national list • Washington State Standard
The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in court Thursday that it is sharing sensitive voter data with the Department of Homeland Security in a search for noncitizen voters. But a DOJ lawyer denied t...
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The President has no authority over elections; the U.S. Constitution grants that authority exclusively to states and Congress. This order would jeopardize citizens’ lawful right to vote. We are reviewing the order and will take any necessary action to protect Washington’s elections.
ACLU@aclu.org · 4mo agoBREAKING: President Trump has issued an unlawful executive order attempting to severely restrict mail-in voting. The Constitution is clear: Only the states or Congress can change election laws.
The SAVE America Act is anti-women. This harmful bill would make it harder for married women & others who changed their name to vote by requiring more paperwork.
Thank you for the warm welcome tonight, Jefferson County Democrats!
My office is committed to protecting voter information so Washingtonians can remain confident in the security and accuracy of our election systems. Passage of this bill is another positive step toward ensuring we keep it that way. www.spokesman.com/stories/2026...
New Washington law blocks counties from turning over voter data sought by federal government
OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson signed legislation Wednesday that restricts counties from sharing information about Washington voters, including names, dates of birth, addresses and either a driver’s lice...
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“We would expect the [DOJ] to know how to properly file a lawsuit in federal court. We would also expect them to follow official procedures… considering the important nature of voter data.” - Sec. @stevehobbs.bsky.social buff.ly/qY97Joh
‘Counsel apologizes to the court’: In biggest mistake yet, DOJ blows filing deadline in voter roll case, begs court’s forgiveness
“We would expect the U.S. Department of Justice to know how to properly file a lawsuit in federal court,” Hobbs’ office said.
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Today, Senate Bill 5892, which strengthens protections on Washingtonians' private voter information, went into effect. This legislation ensures that confidential information in the voter database is safe from illegal federal overreach. Read the full statement: https://bit.ly/4uRMIbx
Renovations are underway at the Clallam Bay Corrections Center State Library branch as WA State Library and @doc.wa.gov prepare to reopen the space for the first time in six years. Read the full news release: https://bit.ly/4c2xUPU
Join me & @secstatewa.bsky.social for an Instagram Live tomorrow to learn about how the SAVE America Act & pending court cases could make it harder to vote in WA.
Sec. @stevehobbs.bsky.social: "The SAVE Act doesn't save anything."
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Democracy Docket@democracydocket.com · 5mo agoNEW: In the DOJ’s crusade for Washington state’s voter rolls, the department: 1) failed to properly serve their lawsuit 2) missed a critical deadline and 3) appeared to mislead the court. Now, a judge is demanding answers — and if they miss the mark, the consequences could be significant.
🚨 WA Sec. @stevehobbs.bsky.social estimates that the SAVE Act would raise the state’s 2026 midterm costs by $35–$40 million, with the 39 counties facing millions more each year to keep up with paperwork demands - all without federal support. Say no to the SAVE Act.
‘Like a bomb threat’: Election chiefs decry SAVE America Act, Trump’s attacks on voting
“It is unheard of for something this sweeping in scope to take effect immediately," one secretary of state said.
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Japan-America Society of the State of Washington event spotlights the importance of the Japanese gaming industry to the forefront nwasianweekly.com/2026/03/jass...
NEW: Nine Democratic Secretaries of State - Stephanie Thomas, Alexi Giannoulias, Steve Simon, Jena Griswold, Shenna Bellows, Gregg Amore, Maggie Toulouse Oliver, Tobias Read, and Steve Hobbs - signed a letter asking DHS to confirm that ICE won't be deployed at polling locations in the 2026 midterms.
