We are people concerned about Trump's policies, who are converting our anxieties to ACTION!

Local Clergy speak out against ICE -- Twenty-three local clergy have signed a statement condemning the actions of ICE as immoral and unchristian.  Copies of the statement have been sent to the regional ICE office in Yakima, to the Mayors of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee, to The Wenatchee Police Department, and to our Senators and Representatives. Here is a response from Senator Patty Murray: 

Dear Dr. Madsen,

Thank you for contacting me regarding the egregious conduct of United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal law enforcement officers. 

I am outraged by President Trump’s mass deportation agenda and the actions of many of the federal officers carrying it out. What we are seeing unfold across our communities shocks the conscience. This chaos is hurting families, communities, and businesses in Washington state and across the nation without regard for due process or public safety. I am especially alarmed by the images of ICE agents wearing unmarked gear, clothing, and face coverings, which prevent people from knowing who they are interacting with and whether they are legitimate government officials. 

I know there are members of our communities across Washington state who have been afraid to go outside for fear of being detained on their way to work or school by masked individuals in unmarked cars. I’ve met with many people this year, including farmworkers in Northwest Washington, who have shared these concerns with me directly. At the very least, people who are detained by law enforcement deserve to know who is detaining them and why. That’s why I cosponsored the Visible Identification Standards for Immigration-Based Law Enforcement (VISIBLE) Act of 2025, which would require officers to display clearly legible identification, prohibit non-medical face coverings that obscure identity, and strengthen oversight and accountability when it comes to these alarming immigration enforcement tactics. I also cosponsored the Preventing Authoritarian Policing Tactics on America’s Streets Act, which would prevent federal law enforcement agents from making arrests or apprehensions in unmarked vehicles and put reasonable limits on federal agents’ crowd control activities. 

This year we’ve also seen federal officers arrest noncitizens at their immigration court hearings and regular check-ins—this has happened in Seattle, Spokane, and other places across our state and our country. This cruel practice is a blatant violation of due process and punishes people who are doing everything they can to comply with legal requirements. I am also outraged by the reports of federal immigration officers detaining U.S. citizens simply for the color of their skin or for the jobs they hold—and it is appalling that the Supreme Court cleared the way earlier this year for the Trump administration to racially profile people during immigration stops.

Please know that I will not stop pushing back against this Administration’s cruelty and their efforts to trample on people’s due process rights, safety, and basic humanity. I will keep using every legislative tool at my disposal and speaking out against these abuses, alongside so many people in Washington state and across the country who are exercising their First Amendment right to peacefully protest.

Thank you for reaching out to my office—and please continue to raise your voice; you have my commitment that I’ll continue to do the same. If you would like to be updated on my work in the Senate, please feel free to sign up for my updates  HERE  and be sure to follow me on Twitter (@PattyMurray ) , Instagram and Threads (@SenPattyMurray ), Bluesky (@murray.senate.gov ), Facebook (senatorpattymurray ), and YouTube (@pattymurray ).

Sincerely,

Patty Murray
United States Senator            

The Healthcare Preservation Team, a group of concerned healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, and advocates have come together out of deep concern for the future of Medicaid in North-Central Washington. They have produced a full report, “Undermining Rural Health: A Study of the Impact that Federal Medicaid Funding Cuts Would Have in North-Central Washington”, and a white paper report, “Medicaid in North-Central Washington: Preserving Vital Health Services”, both of which were created to provide a clear, fact-based look at how proposed Medicaid cuts in the so-called.

In addition, ncw Channel Z has produced a 2-minute video to summarize some of the content from the reports.  We encourage you to share this content (video and link to whitepaper) on your social media and communication outlets.  See our media page!

Reverse Trump's Global Health Care Funding Ban -- Of all the dangerous unjust acts Trump and Musk have done, defunding USAID is perhaps the worst. It exposes millions to disease and poverty. And the diseases like Ebola and AIDS, that start in Africa, will end up here as well. So, it's bad for others AND bad for us! Contact your congressional leaders! 

Report on petitions signed at No Kings Rally, 06/14/25 --Signing petitions was a slow process, but we received many signatures! Here is the report:  Petition to save Medicaid and SNAP to Patty Murray - 74 signatures; Petition to save Medicaid and SNAP to Maria Cantwell (some did not seem to see this!) - 41 signatures; Petition to keep ICE out of schools to Dan Newhouse -42 signatures; Petition to keep ICE out of schools to Kim Schrier - (some did not seem to see this!) -33 signatures; Petition in support of HR 3565 (Block the Bombs Act -- stop sending munitions to Israel while Gaza is being starved) to Dan Newhouse - 36 signatures;  Petition in support of HR 3565 (Block the Bombs Act -- stop sending munitions to Israel while Gaza is being starved) to Kim Schrier -- 52 signatures.  Thanks for all who signed! They will be sent out on Monday, 06/16/25. 

Report on petition signed at Good Trouble Lives On Rally,07/17/25 -- Our petition against the so-called "SAVE" Act had 43 signatures. They were sent by priority mail to Senator Murray and Senator Cantwell on the Friday after our rally, 07/18/25. These are in addition to those who signed by capturing the QR Code. Those were sent via the Southern Poverty Law Center and we do not know the count. Thanks to all who signed! If you did not get a chance to sign, call the Senators' offices [Maria Cantwell - (202) 224-3441; Patty Murray - (202) 224-2621]

Report on petition signed at No Kings Rally, 10/18/25 -- On Monday, 10/20/25, we sent out the petitions against ICE, with 59 signatures on petitions to Senator Murray, Senator Cantwell and Rep. Schrier, and 29 signatures to Dan Newhouse. As one of our chants declared, "THE PEOPLE UNITED, WILL NOT BE DEFEATED!" 0 224-3441 (202) 224-3441 

AARP - Protect Social Security!  -- As Social Security prepares to slash its workforce, AARP is urging its members to call on Congress to protect the program that provides crucial financial support to 68 million retirees, people with disabilities and members of their families.  Sign their petition, join their effort!

We network with local organizations working to advocate and work for justice in the Wenatchee Valley of Wahington and beyond. Here are links to other active organizations:

NOTE: Not all of these organizations agree with each other on every issue. But in the midst of our "big tent" diversity, all are seeking to bring justice and opportunity back to America, as well as a more compassionate interaction with our world -- qualities which the Trump administration is making every effort to destroy. 

NEW! NCW Channel Z - A new important source for information on resistance activity in the Wenatchee Valley!

Confluence Indivisible -- OBJECTIVE: Patriots standing indivisible to promote a progressive agenda. 

Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network -- "Building Immigrant and Refugee Power in Washington State"

Wenatchee for Immigrant Justice  -- Network among and support established local organizations that are effectively operating within our community. Through WAISN, respond to Rapid Response and Accompaniment calls, provide Know Your Rights trainings and family support. 

Hand in Hand Immigration Services -- Hand in Hand is a trusted place where immigrants can get accurate, up-to-date information on the citizenship process and clarification of their particular requirements for citizenship. Legal assistance is conducted by case workers who have been accredited by the Department of Justice. 

Friends of Ukraine Refugees -- Friends of Ukraine Refugees has helped more than 50 families from Ukraine find housing, obtain legal services for immigration, secure resources and critical support as they stabilize and build new lives in Washington state. 

Interfaith Justice Coalition  -- In solidarity with affected communities, we are diverse people of faith and conscience who seek the justice, equity, and collective liberation needed to create a flourishing world, beginning in NCW. 

Wenatchee Interfaith Climate Group -- Meets monthly via zoom. They have 12 regular participants and probably close to 40 on their email list receiving minutes. 

Evergreen Resistance  -- They are A peaceful, decentralized grassroots movement, organized at local and state levels and are committed to upholding democracy and the U.S. Constitution. They are dedicated to non-violence, and do not associate with those who claim to act violently on our behalf.

Democrats of Chelan County - The mission of the Chelan County Democrats is to improve the lives of all our citizens through grassroots organizing to elect Democrat and non-partisan candidates who promote our progressive values. We value: Inclusiveness, Social and economic justice at home and abroad, Environmental stewardship including sustainable energy and conservation, Preservation of our democracy, Open and transparent decision-making, Honesty, integrity and compassion, Accountability, Individual liberty and privacy

Allies of Immigrants United -- Allies of immigrants are working together to reject and weaken Trump's immigration agenda, protect people from mass deportations, and keep families together.

Wenatchee for Palestine --  Wenatchee for Palestine is a community-based group organizing on unceded land for Palestinian liberation. We know that none of us will be free until Palestine is free.  Our vision of freedom includes justice for Black, Indigenous, Asian & Pacific Islander, Southwest Asian & North African, Muslim, Jewish, immigrant, queer, trans, disabled, and all communities.