Police Report Names Washington Senate Candidate In Investigation

New police documents are shedding additional light on an investigation connected to Washington State Sen. Nikki Torres and allegations involving surveillance of her adult daughter's home during the 2026 legislative campaign. The Center Square reviews the newly released police report, which identifies Kennewick School Board President and Washington State Senate candidate Gabe Galbraith, along with a campaign staff member, as individuals referenced during the investigation. The report outlines investigators' allegations while the criminal investigation remains ongoing. The episode also examines the background of the case, including the redistricting that moved Nikki Torres from Washington's 15th Legislative District to the 8th Legislative District, the residency questions raised during the campaign, and exclusive comments previously provided by Sen. Torres. The Washington State Republican Party has not endorsed either Republican candidate in the race, and GOP Chairman Jim Walsh also weighs in on the controversy. With Washington's August 4 primary approaching, this developing story could become one of the state's most closely watched legislative races. In today's report: Newly released police report Nikki Torres investigation update Gabe Galbraith responds to campaign controversy Jim Walsh comments on the investigation Washington State Senate race update What happens next before the August primary Subscribe for daily reporting on Washington politics, taxpayer issues, elections, investigative journalism, and government accountability from The Center Square.