FILE - Republican gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert greets supporters during a primary election party hosted by Pierce County Republicans at Pioneer Park Pavilion in Puyallup, Wash., Aug. 6, 2024. (Audrey Richardson/The Seattle Times via AP, File)

FILE - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bob Ferguson speaks to gathered supporters at his election watch party on primary night, Aug. 6, 2024, in Seattle. (Jennifer Buchanan/The Seattle Times via AP, File)