2026 General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Washington Senate District 8

2 candidates, listed alphabetically.

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Washington uses a top-two primary: the two candidates with the most votes in the August 4 primary advanced, regardless of party preference.

Candidates

Gabe Galbraith

Republican

Work: Security specialist at Hanford and small business owner; Kennewick School Board president

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: Elected to the Kennewick School Board in 2021 and re-elected in 2025. Serving as your Board President since 2023.

Gabe Galbraith works as a security specialist at the Hanford site and owns a small business. He was elected to the Kennewick School Board in 2021 (re-elected 2025) and has been board president since 2023; he previously worked more than 15 years in human resources, operations management and VA disability claims, and is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran.

I’ve dedicated my life to service as a U.S. Marine, small business owner, and Kennewick School Board Director. … Our families, businesses, and community come first. Nationally recognized and awarded School Board Director of the Year, I’ll bring that same proven leadership and commitment to results as your next Senator. …

Candidate's statement in the official Washington voters' pamphlet · Washington Secretary of State

Galbraith's experience

Elected experience: Elected to the Kennewick School Board in 2021 and re-elected in 2025. Serving as your Board President since 2023.
Other professional experience: Currently a Security Specialist at Hanford and small business owner. Previous experience includes 15+ years in HR, Operations Management, VA disability claims, former substitute teacher, and proud U.S. Marine Veteran.
Community service: Served as a local youth sports coach, participated in food and clothing drives, animal adoption events, Toys for Tots, PTO/PTAs, and an active member of my church.

Galbraith's education

Two master's degrees, Elementary Education and Business Administration, a bachelor's degree in accounting, and a Kamiakin High School graduate.

Sources for Galbraith

Online Voters' Guide, General Election November 3, 2026 (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)

Nikki Torres

Republican

In office now: State Senator, District 15 (since 2023)
Work: State Senator, 15th District; former small business development officer, Gesa Credit Union

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: Elected to the Senate, 15th District 2022, Deputy Floor Leader, Assistant Ranking Operating Budget. Elected to Pasco City Council, 2021

Nikki Torres was elected to the Washington Senate from the 15th District in 2022 after being elected to the Pasco City Council in 2021, and serves as a deputy floor leader. Before the Senate she was a small business development officer at Gesa Credit Union; she is a former president of the Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

I am grateful for the opportunity to have served the Tri-Cities in the Washington State Senate during the last four years. During my time in Olympia, I have worked to deliver real results for our communities, including securing more than $500 million in capital funding for infrastructure, public safety, and community projects across our region. …

Candidate's statement in the official Washington voters' pamphlet · Washington Secretary of State

Torres's experience

Elected experience: Elected to the Senate, 15th District 2022, Deputy Floor Leader, Assistant Ranking Operating Budget. Elected to Pasco City Council, 2021
Other professional experience: Before serving in the state Senate, I worked at Gesa Credit Union as a Small Business Development Officer helping businesses across our region which ignited my passion for economic development reinforcing the importance of responsible financial management.
Community service: Washington State Senator; former President of Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Served on WA Childcare Collaborative Task Force, Kennewick Police Department Foundation Board, Tri-Cities Community Health Board, and Visit Tri-Cities. Volunteered with Junior Achievement and as a Girl Scout co-troop leader.

Torres's education

MBA, UOP

Torres's committees

Law & Justice
Local Government
Ways & Means

Sources for Torres

Online Voters' Guide, General Election November 3, 2026 (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)
Washington State Legislature: current member roster (Washington State Legislature (legislative web services), Public record)
Washington State Legislature: committee information (Washington State Legislature (legislative web services), Public record)

Sources

Candidate list and race details

GENERAL 2026 Candidate List (VoteWA, election 899) (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)

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Everything else: Local races (county, city, school board, judges) and anything else on your ballot are on your official sample ballot: voter.votewa.gov.
Candidate lists: As of Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

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