State Representative Pos. 1 District 5 in Washington State House District 5, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Topher Leritz — Candidate for State Representative Pos. 1 in Enumclaw, WA

  Topher Leritz is a candidate for the Washington House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 5, Position 1 in the 2026 Primary Election, scheduled for August 4. Leritz is running without a party preference, aligning with an Independent stance. While specific policy positions are not detailed, Leritz's association with GoodParty.org suggests a commitment to democratic reform and ethical governance. This includes running as an independent, people-powered candidate who rejects special interest influence, and prioritizes anti-corruption, transparency, accountability, and civility in campaigns. Leritz currently resides in Enumclaw, Washington.

• Zach Hall — Incumbent Washington House of Representatives Member in Issaquah, WA

  Zach Hall is an American politician representing Washington's 5th legislative district, Position 1, in the House of Representatives. A Democrat, he was appointed to the seat on June 3, 2025, to fill a vacancy left by Victoria Hunt. Born in Issaquah in 1994 or 1995, Hall holds degrees from the University of Washington. He previously served as an Issaquah City Councilmember and as an aide to Representative Lisa Callan. Hall is seeking re-election for the position in the August 4, 2026 primary. He and his partner live in Issaquah, where he also serves on several House and Joint Committees.

• Aimee Warmerdam — Candidate for State Representative in Issaquah, WA

  Aimee Warmerdam, a Democratic candidate from Issaquah, is seeking election to the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 5-Position 1. She is on the ballot for the primary election scheduled for August 4, 2026. Warmerdam is running against incumbent Zach Hall, as well as Michelle Bennett and Topher Leritz, for this state legislative position. Her campaign focuses on representing the constituents of Legislative District 5 in the Washington State Legislature.

• Michelle Bennett — Interim Chief of Police in Mercer Island, WA

  Michelle Bennett is a seasoned law enforcement officer with an Ed.D. in Criminal Justice. She served with the King County Sheriff's Office for over 30 years, retiring as a Major, and later held roles including interim Chief of Police for the City of Edmonds and currently as interim Chief of Police for Mercer Island. She also teaches criminal justice at Bellevue College. Bennett has been an active leader in law enforcement associations and advisory committees, including as President of the King County Chiefs' Association. She is running for State Representative to be a voice for and protect Washington's 5th Legislative District.