King County Executive Dow Constantine announced Tuesday that he will not seek reelection in 2025.
Constantine has served as the county executive since 2009, and has previously served on and chaired the King County Council from 2002 to 2009, was State Senator of Washington's 34th district from 2000 to 2002, and represented the same district in the State House of Representatives from 1997 to 2000.He began his career as a private attorney and legislative aide in 1990.Constantine did not indicate what his next move would be. His current term ends Jan. 1, 2026.
It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve in this role, but it’s time to let a new leader take the reins and build on the work we have done, and so I will not be seeking re-election."While my time as King County executive will conclude next year, my commitment to this place will be as strong as ever. King County must stay the course of progress – this year, next year, and beyond – always advancing toward a future worthy of every person who is here today, and all who will follow.
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