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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 21 MIN

WA's Unsustainable Budget EXPOSED - Moody Downgrades WA Outlook to Negative

from News For Reasonable People · host Sean Reynolds

Another blue state is facing a fiscal reality check. Moody's, a major credit rating agency, has officially shifted Washington state's financial outlook from 'stable' to 'negative,' citing serious budget concerns. This is a major warning sign that the state's out-of-control spending is catching up to them. If these trends continue, Washington could lose its top-tier credit rating, making it more expensive for the state to borrow money—a cost that will ultimately be passed on to taxpayers. We'll break down what this Moody's downgrade really means for the people of Washington, how years of progressive policies have led to this point, and why this is a cautionary tale for the rest of the country. It's another example of fiscal irresponsibility having real-world consequences.

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