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PORTLAND, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek released a statement in response to the Secretary of State’s announcement regarding the failed signature certification of IP-28: “I’m relieved IP-28 failed to qualify for the November ballot. Efforts to criminalize activities like hunting and fishing are wrong for Oregon. I know from conversations with Oregonians across the state […]

PORTLAND, OR – As Oregonians celebrate at this weekend’s Portland Pride events, Governor Tina Kotek reaffirms her commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights in Oregon, even as the Trump administration continues to target LGBTQ+ communities across the country. “Pride is a reminder that this fight isn’t over,” said Governor Tina Kotek. “While President Trump and his allies try […]

PORTLAND, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined every Democratic governor across the country in a joint statement responding to President Trump’s national address: “It’s deeply alarming that President Trump continues to try to undermine free and fair elections. No amount of lies and conspiracy theories can change the fact that our country’s elections have repeatedly […]

PORTLAND, OR – Today, the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) approved new rates for PGE for data center energy use through the POWER Act, creating protections for working Oregonians by ensuring data centers and cryptocurrency facilities pay their fair share of energy costs. The new law, which was championed by Governor Tina Kotek during the 2025 […]

PORTLAND, OR – Governor Tina Kotek today released a statement following the anniversary of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” H.R. 1, which will devastate Oregonians’ healthcare, slashed food assistance, and is projected to strip $15 billion in federal funding from Oregon over the next six years: “One year ago, President Trump and Republicans in Congress chose to rip healthcare away […]

PORTLAND, OR – Today, on the four year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and open the door to extreme abortion bans across the country, Governor Tina Kotek vowed in a video message to continue fighting for abortion access and reproductive rights in Oregon. With protections being stripped away across the country, […]

PORTLAND, OR – Today, the Tina for Oregon campaign challenged Christine Drazan to three 60-minute televised debates in Portland, Eugene, and Medford starting in September. These debates will give Oregonians across the state the opportunity to hear from Governor Kotek directly about her vision for her second term and how she plans to defend Oregon’s values in the […]

PORTLAND, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek’s re-election campaign launched its first ad of the general election. “The Choice” draws a clear contrast between Governor Tina Kotek – who has stood up to President Trump’s extreme agenda and delivered for Oregon families – and Christine Drazan, who has backed him on issue after issue. The ad […]

SALEM, OR – Tonight, Governor Tina Kotek accepted the Democratic nomination for Governor of Oregon in a video message to supporters, pledging to keep lowering costs, defending reproductive healthcare, and standing up to President Trump’s extreme agenda. TRANSCRIPT Hi Oregon. Thank you for making your voices heard and for electing me as your Democratic nominee for governor. I’m […]

PORTLAND, OR – As Oregonians cast their ballots in today’s primary election, Governor Tina Kotek is focused on what has defined her leadership from day one: fighting to build a better future for Oregonians. Over the last year, Governor Kotek has emerged as one of the most successful governors pushing back against President Trump’s agenda, […]