Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner addresses congressional stock trades, education outreach, and rural health funding

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted updates between January 14-16, 2026 addressing congressional stock trading practices, educational outreach at Riverside High School, and new funding for rural health care in Washington state.

Kacey Spink and Eli Williams

Which former high school stars from City of Spokane area will be in action for the week of Monday, Jan. 19?

These former City of Spokane area high school athletes will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Jan. 19.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner highlights local sports and seeks teacher nominations via Twitter

Congressman Michael Baumgartner used his Twitter account on January 13 and January 14, 2026, to promote local sports teams and announce a civics education initiative for Eastern Washington teachers.

Kacey Spink and Eli Williams

Who are the ex-high school stars from City of Spokane area competing on Saturday, Jan. 17?

Saturday, Jan. 17 will see these former City of Spokane area high school stars in competition.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner addresses budget cuts, synagogue attack, and election day traditions

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted updates between January 11-13, addressing legislative actions impacting Eastern Washington, condemning an antisemitic attack in Mississippi, and reflecting on traditional Election Day voting practices.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Baumgartner announces second annual State of the Union ticket contest for teachers

Congressman Michael Baumgartner of Washington’s 5th Congressional District has announced the launch of the second annual “Classroom to the Capitol” contest, aimed at recognizing outstanding teachers in his district.

Kacey Spink

Which former City of Spokane area high school athletes will be active on Thursday, Jan. 15?

This former City of Spokane area high school athlete will take part in events on Thursday, Jan. 15.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Congressman Michael Baumgartner questions officials’ actions and comments on U.S.-Iran relations

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted several tweets on January 9-10, 2026 questioning political figures’ actions regarding Libya and Iran.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Congressman Michael Baumgartner addresses SCORE Act and Washington welfare oversight in recent posts

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted several statements on January 8-9, 2026 regarding college sports legislation—the SCORE Act—and oversight issues with federal funds in Washington’s welfare system.

Kacey Spink and Eli Williams

Which ex-City of Spokane area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Jan. 12?

The week of Monday, Jan. 12 will see these former City of Spokane area high school standouts in action.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Baumgartner votes for appropriations bills securing funds for Eastern Washington projects

Congressman Michael Baumgartner has voted in favor of three appropriations bills aimed at providing targeted funding for Eastern Washington.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Baumgartner urges federal review of Washington’s benefit program safeguards

Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) has called for a federal review of Washington state’s administration of benefit programs, following revelations of widespread fraud in similar programs in Minnesota.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner addresses delegation history and federal spending concerns on Twitter

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted several updates on January 8, 2026 regarding delegation traditions and concerns about federal debt and program oversight.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner addresses colleague’s death, NIL transfer concerns, and Venezuela strike

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted tributes to Doug LaMalfa and addressed current debates about NIL transfers in college sports on January 6-7, while also commenting on political reactions to recent U.S. military operations in Venezuela.

Kacey Spink and Kobe Smith

Which former City of Spokane area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Jan. 10?

These former City of Spokane area high school standouts will be competing on Saturday, Jan. 10.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Congressman Michael Baumgartner questions Washington state spending on health care and transportation

Congressman Michael Baumgartner raised concerns about government spending in several tweets posted between January 4 and January 5, 2026.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Congressman Michael Baumgartner comments on Venezuela, Libya intervention, and Secretary of State Marco Grande

Congressman Michael Baumgartner shared opinions on Venezuela’s oil sector, U.S. interventions abroad, and praised Secretary of State Marco Grande in posts dated January 3-4, 2026.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner comments on Maduro’s detention and U.S. foreign policy actions

Congressman Michael Baumgartner posted several tweets on January 3, 2026 addressing recent events including Nicolás Maduro’s detention, U.S. actions regarding Iran’s nuclear program, and policies toward Hamas.

Michael Baumgartner, U.S. House Representative from the 5th District of Washington

Michael Baumgartner highlights student visits and rural health funding in recent posts

Congressman Michael Baumgartner recently posted about hosting student groups in Washington D.C., serving Thanksgiving dinner at a local mission, and announcing $181 million in federal funds for rural health initiatives in Washington state.

Kacey Spink and Kobe Smith

Which City of Spokane area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Jan. 5?

These former City of Spokane area high school athletes will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Jan. 5.

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