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Marilyn
Strickland

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland seeks a fourth term representing Washington's 10th District.

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Background

Marilyn Strickland is the U.S. Representative for Washington's 10th Congressional District, serving since January 3, 2021. Born in Seoul, South Korea, and raised in Tacoma, Washington, she graduated from Mount Tahoma High School (1980), earned a B.A. from the University of Washington (1984), and an M.B.A. from Clark Atlanta University (1992). 15

Before her congressional career, Strickland worked as a marketing executive and served as president and CEO of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce from 2018 to 2019. She previously held elected office as a Tacoma City Council member (2008–2009) and as Mayor of Tacoma (2010–2017). 1

First elected to Congress in 2020, Strickland announced in March 2026 that she would seek a fourth term representing Washington's 10th District. 14

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 10, Washington
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Washington's 10th Congressional District
Website
stricklandforwashington.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 1
    filing
    Strickland introduces bipartisan Intergenerational Housing Bill

    Strickland introduced bipartisan legislation focused on intergenerational housing, according to a report published October 1, 2026.

    Strickland Introduces Bipartisan Intergenerational Housing ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 1
    filing
    Strickland co-introduces Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act with Houlahan and Blumenthal

    Strickland joined Rep. Chrissy Houlahan and Sen. Richard Blumenthal in introducing bicameral legislation aimed at depoliticizing military promotions. The bill would set standards, provide due process, and establish independent review when an officer is removed from promotion consideration. Strickland stated: 'This bill allows Congress to intervene when a military official is denied or slated to be removed from a rightfully earned promotion.'

    Reps. Houlahan, Strickland, Sen. Blumenthal Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Depoliticize Military Promotions · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 28
    endorsement
    Pierce County Labor Council endorses Strickland in 10th District general election

    The Pierce County Labor Council (AFL-CIO) named Strickland on its 2026 Pierce County general election endorsements list for the 10th Congressional District.

    2026 Pierce County General Election Endorsements - Log in | · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 24
    endorsement
    Seattle Times endorses Strickland for re-election to Washington's 10th Congressional District

    The Seattle Times endorsed Strickland for another term, citing her representation of a district including Joint Base Lewis-McChord, her Armed Services Committee work, and her role in a bipartisan servicemember-benefits law. The editorial also noted her positions on the Iran war and potential Democratic priorities if the party regained House control.

    Seattle Times endorsements, WA general election 2026: 10th Congressional District · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Aug 21
    filing
    Strickland wins 2026 primary with 47% of the vote, Chung advances as runner-up

    Primary results showed Strickland with 73,689 votes (47.26%) and Chung with 48,953 (31.40%) in Washington's 10th Congressional District, qualifying both candidates for the general election under Washington's top-two primary system.

    Here's everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 3 ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Aug 21
    news
    Washington state certifies 2026 primary results; Strickland advances to general election

    The Washington State Nurses Association reported the state certified primary results on August 21. Strickland received 73,689 votes (47.26%) and Republican Chris D. Chung received 48,953 (31.40%), sending both to the November 3 general election.

    Primary election outcomes and shaping the future of policy ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Humane Society Legislative Fund organization
    Listed among Strickland's endorsers by iVoterGuide's profile for the 2026 general election; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Pierce County Democrats organization
    Identified by the Seattle Times as a notable Strickland endorsement in its 2026 voter guide; no endorsement date given. seattletimes.com
  • AFSCME union
    Named by the Seattle Times as a notable Strickland endorsement in its 2026 voter guide; no individual endorsement date given. seattletimes.com
  • National Women's Political Caucus organization
    Listed among Strickland's endorsers by iVoterGuide's profile for the 2026 general election; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Named by the Seattle Times as a notable Strickland endorsement in its 2026 voter guide; no individual endorsement date given. seattletimes.com
  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    Listed among Strickland's endorsers by iVoterGuide's profile for the 2026 general election; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • National Women's Political Caucus of Washington organization
    Listed among Strickland's endorsers by iVoterGuide's profile for the 2026 general election; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO union
    Listed Strickland as its choice for the 10th Congressional District in its 2026 endorsement document; endorsements approved at its May 16 Committee on Political Education convention. wslc.org
  • Olympia Indivisible organization
    Included Strickland among its 2026 endorsed candidates; page updated October 9, 2026. olympiaindivisible.org
  • National Education Association organization
    Named by the Seattle Times as a notable Strickland endorsement in its 2026 voter guide; no individual endorsement date given. seattletimes.com
  • Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL) organization
    Endorsed Strickland's reelection in Washington's 10th Congressional District. a4al.org · Sep 14, 2026
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Strickland's reelection for Washington's 10th Congressional District. uschamber.com · Jul 22, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.84M
Spent
$1.72M
Cash on hand
$704K

As of Sep 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H0WA10034(opens in a new tab)

Sources 15

  1. [1] Endorsements 2026 - Olympia Indivisible(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Marilyn Strickland iVoterGuide Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Primary election outcomes and shaping the future of policy ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  4. [4] Priorities(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  5. [5] Marilyn Strickland | Congress.gov(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  6. [6] Reps. Houlahan, Strickland, Sen. Blumenthal Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Depoliticize Military Promotions(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  7. [7] Strickland Introduces Bipartisan Intergenerational Housing ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  8. [8] Here's everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 3 ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  9. [9] 2026 Pierce County General Election Endorsements - Log in |(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  10. [10] Seattle Times endorsements, WA general election 2026: 10th Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  11. [11] A4AL Endorses Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland for Reelection in Washington’s 10th Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
  12. [12] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Marilyn Strickland for ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 22, 2026
  13. [13] Seattle Times voter guide 2026: What's at stake in WA primary election(opens in a new tab) Jul 17, 2026
  14. [14] [PDF] 2026 Election Endorsements | Washington State Labor Council(opens in a new tab) Jul 13, 2026
  15. [15] Foreign Affairs Archives - Marilyn Strickland(opens in a new tab) Apr 10, 2026
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