2 GOP state lawmakers lose ground to Democratic challengers
EVERETT — Two incumbent Republicans slipped further behind their Democratic challengers in Wednesday’s round of ballot counting.
Democrat Jared Mead increased his lead on Rep. Mark Harmsworth, R-Mill Creek, by 349 votes in their contest in the 44th District.
Mead, a Mill Creek city councilman, had 52.3 percent to 47.7 percent for Harmsworth, who is seeking a third term representing the communities of Lake Stevens, Snohomish and Mill Creek.
Meanwhile, Rep. Dave Hayes, R-Camano Island, lost ground to Dave Paul in their duel for a seat in the 10th Legislative District, which includes Island County along with parts of north Snohomish and south Skagit counties.
Hayes trailed by 232 votes on election night and by 353 votes Wednesday. Paul has received 50.4 percent to Hayes’ 49.6 percent.
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As one who lives in the 44th district I'm glad we're showing Harmsworth the door.
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