OPB Politics Now

Four years ago, then-presidential candidate Donald Trump promised to kick start the timber industry, cut regulations for farmers and give more voice to rural parts of the Northwest. So … did he? On this episode, we look back on the Trump Administration and its impact on Oregon and Washington.

On this special election episode of OPB Politics Now, we look at the calculus of the Oregon legislature in this campaign cycle. Can Democrats add to their majorities -- and make the 2021 session walk out-proof? Or will Republicans make up some of the ground they've lost in recent years, and in turn stymie Gov. Kate Brown's efforts to leave a legacy?

The Portland metro area’s regionally elected government is asking voters to consider a measure that would fund roughly 150 transportation-focused programs and projects spanning the next 15 to 20 years. If passed, the measure would tax the payrolls of certain employers starting in 2022.

On this special election episode of OPB Politics Now, our campaign team looks at Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler's attempt to become the first two-term mayor in almost a generation. And they break down Commissioner Chloe Eudaly's fight to keep her seat.

On this special election preview episode of OPB Politics Now, our reporters break down the four statewide ballot measures on the November ballot. They include limits on campaign finance donations, higher taxes on cigarettes and two big changes in state drug policy.

On this special live episode of OPB Politics Now, our team of campaign reporters tell you everything you need to know to vote this year. From Olympia to Salem, from Congressional races to school bonds, we've got it covered.

On this special election preview episode of OPB Politics Now, we look at the two state senators running for Oregon's second-highest office, secretary of state. We also look at the campaigns for treasurer and attorney general.

In this special election preview episode, OPB reporters Rebecca Ellis and Jonathan Levinson explain Ballot Measure 26-217, which would change the process for overseeing the Portland Police Bureau.

As right wing demonstrators prepared to rally in Portland last month, dozens of police officers were deputized as federal officers. Now, the U.S. attorney has refused requests to reverse that distinction. This week, we look into the latest intergovernmental tussle over Portland protests, and one city official’s ideas for an overhaul of the police.

U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley faces Jo Rae Perkins in the race for Senate. On this special episode, OPB senior political reporter Jeff Mapes breaks down the two campaigns.