Thank you to everyone in Auburn who came out to spend time with us. I really appreciated the chance to sit down, listen, and talk about the challenges and opportunities facing South King County and the greater region. Ballots drop next week on October 16. Join our campaign: electgirmay.com/donate

It was great to spend some time with @girmayzahilay.bsky.social in Kent today to hear his vision for how King County can support the needs of working families. 🏘️

Thank you to the South Seattle Emerald, West Hill Community Association, and Albert Talley High School for hosting the first ever King County Executive candidate forum in Skyway!

Proud to share that Working Washington has given us their sole endorsement for King County Executive. As Executive, I’ll strive to make King County a place where workers can afford housing, raise families with stability, and know their labor is respected and valued.

Honored to share that Asian Pacific Islander Americans for Civic Empowerment has given their sole endorsement to our campaign. As Executive, I will partner with APACE to expand language access, support voter education, and ensure county government serves all of our communities.

It was great to join KUOW tonight for their King County Executive debate. I’m especially grateful for public radio and its journalists who continue to deliver vital news even as federal funding cuts and attacks on free speech threaten their work. Local, independent journalism matters more than ever.

Grateful for the South Seattle Emerald’s thoughtful profile of our campaign. It captures what’s at stake and why this race matters so much right now. I hope to earn your support in this important election. 🗳️ Ballots drop Oct 16, make your plan to vote! southseattleemerald.org/news/2025/09...

Councilmember Girmay Zahilay says his lived experience and community trust distinguish him in the race for King County executive. He faces fellow progressive Claudia Balducci in November. Read the full story by Tobias Coughlin-Bogue here: soseaem.org/4nRtTAU

Girmay Zahilay was endorsed by two fellow members of the King County Council, giving him a boost in his race against fellow Councilmember Claudia Balducci.

2 King County council members endorse Girmay Zahilay in executive race

“I’ve worked closely with Girmay on the Council for years and I’ve seen how he leads — he is pragmatic, inclusive, smart, authentic, compassionate, and highly effective,” Dembowski said. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Thank you to the American Muslim Advancement Council for your endorsement and for hosting such a meaningful conversation with your members in Redmond this weekend. Make a small contribution today to help us reach as many voters as possible around King County: electgirmay.com/donate

Thank you to Fox 13 for having me on to talk about my campaign for King County Executive. We covered some of the biggest issues facing our region — housing, public safety, and the county budget — and how I plan to lead with solutions that deliver results.

Thank you to the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce for hosting a forum to hear from us! The Chamber plays a critical role in supporting Eastside businesses and communities, and I’m grateful for the chance to share my vision and hear questions and ideas directly from members.

Another major win: @washingtonbus.org has sole endorsed our campaign. Throughout my career I have worked to deliver real opportunities for youth: Rising Leaders, the Youth Achievement Center, Build the Bench, Youth Rights Ordinance, and prime-sponsoring free transit fares for young people.

Another huge one this week! The Snoqualmie Tribe has moved from a dual endorsement to a sole endorsement for our campaign for King County Executive. I’m honored to be the only candidate in this race endorsed by any Tribal nations. Join us: electgirmay.com/donate

King County avoids budget cuts but fears Trump impacts

Huge thanks to everyone who joined our first policy town hall, Breaking the Cycle, where we brought together professionals on the frontlines to strategize around how we stop the revolving door of homelessness, behavioral health crises, and incarceration in our region.

"This project is a step toward making sure Skyway remains a place people can call home for generations to come," Zahilay said. southseattleemerald.org/community/20...

Thank you to our Kirkland neighbors for a warm, thoughtful fundraiser this past weekend! It was invaluable to sit down with Eastside residents and hear your priorities, concerns, and ideas face-to-face. I’m running to be an Executive for every resident of King County. electgirmay.com/donate

Thank you friends and neighbors in South Park, what a beautiful Fiestas Patrias celebration! Our team loved walking in the parade with the 34th LD Dems, gracias to everyone who stopped by to watch and chat with us! Support our campaign for King County Executive here: electgirmay.com/donate

Another huge one this week! I’m honored to announce that OneAmerica Votes, the largest advocacy organization in Washington dedicated to building power in immigrant and refugee communities, has given me their sole endorsement for King County Executive.

Incredibly proud to earn the sole endorsement of MLK Labor! Throughout my time in office, I’ve put workers and their families at the center of every decision and legislation. As King County Executive, I’ll keep fighting to to build a region of safety and opportunity for working people.

I’m incredibly proud to earn the sole endorsement of MLK Labor! Thank you so much to everyone who vote voted and supported in this process. www.mlklabor.org/news/mlk-lab...

As SNAP cuts take effect, King County funds 22 hunger relief groups

On Oct. 9, join The Seattle Times and the League of Women Voters of Seattle King County for an online forum with candidates Claudia Balducci and Girmay Zahilay.

King County executive candidates talk mental health: Join us for a forum

As part of our campaign, Team Girmay is launching a series of policy town halls. Our first event, Breaking the Cycle, will focus on one of King County’s toughest problems: the revolving door between homelessness, addiction, crime, and jail. RSVP: electgirmay.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?...

Rainier Valley Food Bank welcomes public into new $17M resource hub

For the friends who have asked — yes there is indeed another leg of the election between now and November! Please join us TOMORROW 11am for our General Election Kickoff Rally in Bellevue. RSVP: bit.ly/gzgeneral Let’s come together, strategize, and cross the November 4 finish line together.

Happy Labor Day everyone! As MLK Labor put it, “On #LaborDay, we honor every worker, past and present, who built America and our labor movement.”

We have only 67 days until the November General Election, so it’s time to kick off the final stretch of the campaign. Join us next Saturday Sept. 6 for a special rally to launch the countdown to November and the start of our canvassing efforts with Common Power. RSVP for location bit.ly/gzgeneral

Every corner of King County has a story to tell. That's why I've been visiting as many of our towns, cities, farmlands, and neighborhoods as possible this week and beyond. I’m running to be an Executive for the whole region. I hope I can earn your support. Follow along at electgirmay.com.

Thank you to my friends in Tukwila for bringing community members together to hear about our vision for King County. Please join us in this work by making a small contribution to fuel our campaign for King County Executive at electgirmay.com/donate or volunteering at electgirmay.com/volunteer.

Thirty volunteers joined our Virtual Volunteer Kickoff tonight! Grateful for this team’s commitment. Thank you. It’s not too late to join us to help in the general election. From texting friends to knocking on doors to boosting online, every bit of help matters. Sign up: electgirmay.com/volunteer

Breaking news: Washington Conservation Action has given their sole endorsement to our campaign for King County Executive Please contribute today to help us keep building momentum: electgirmay.com/donate Together, we can deliver clean air, clean water, and a sustainable future for all.

Today I stood with SEIU6 security officers as they rallied for a fair contract. These workers are on the frontlines of our region’s safety. They carry so much responsibility and deserve wages that reflect the true value of their work.

Girmay Zahilay was the only King County Executive candidate to improve their vote share between Election Night and certification Zahilay also widened his advantage over fellow King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci from about ten points to about fourteen points and prevailed in seven of nine…

Big news: Our campaign is the first in the entire state to break $1,000,000 raised this cycle! Can I count on you to chip in $5 or $10 today to power us through the general election in November? electgirmay.com/donate

I join the voices calling for the release of Zahid. It’s sickening to know his baby children don’t have their father and have no idea when and if he will return to them. www.thestranger.com/news/2025/08...

“How Girmay Zahilay won King County executive primary: ‘Geography was really king’” www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

How Girmay Zahilay won King County executive primary: ‘Geography was really king’

Today I had the honor of helping to immortalize Seattle’s greatest sports icon, Sue Bird—4X champion, 5X Olympic gold medalist, and all-time leader in assists. Her impact on and off the court has inspired thousands across King County. Bringing my daughter Jazzy made it even more special 💚💛

Primary election update: we have now secured 43.6% of the vote, 14 points more than the second place candidate. Can you help us carry this momentum to November with a small contribution: electgirmay.com/donate We need you to finish this race strong!

“In the race for King County executive, Councilmember Girmay Zahilay also stretched out his primary election lead and, after Thursday’s vote count, sits 12 points ahead.” Help us carry this momentum to November with a small contribution: electgirmay.com/donate www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Girmay Zahilay has widened his lead In the King County Executive race. He's up 11.5% over fellow County Councilmember Claudia Balducci: 41.6% to 30.1%. Republican Derek Chartrand is in third place with 12% of the vote, ahead of County Assessor John Wilson, who faced a stalking scandal.

Congratulations to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social on moving to the general! #KingCounty #KingCountyExecutive

Tonight we won the primary by double digits! A campaign is never about one person. This decisive victory, which we are confident will grow over the coming days, shows the power of team work. To everyone who voted, knocked doors, donated, texted, hosted events, & supported our vision: THANK YOU.

“Councilmember Girmay Zahilay was one of the first public officials to stand with us, not just in word, but in action that made this supportive housing a reality.” www.thestranger.com/guest-editor...

100%. I vote for a lot of candidates, but he’s one that I always see both results and community engagement.