Washington governor, AG and state lawmakers get 7% pay hikes

Washington's governor, attorney general, and state lawmakers recently received a 7% salary increase, bringing Gov. Bob Ferguson's annual pay to $234,275, a significant jump from his initial salary. This raise, which follows a similar increase a year ago, is the result of a state commission's decision, not legislative action. This move has sparked discussions about the fairness and implications of automatic salary hikes for public officials, especially amid growing public concerns about income disparity and the cost of living.