Due to a lack of affordable housing and many other factors, Seattle has been overrun with a crisis of homelessness. At the same time, downtown has a glut of empty office space post-pandemic. So why can’t that space be used for shelters, apartments, and condos? An expert will explain why.

PLUS: Some Oregon Republicans argue that a new state law shouldn’t apply to them, at least not yet.

AND: Vivek Ramaswamy tries to rap his way into Donald Trump’s heart.

Guests include political strategist Amy Ruiz, ABC’s Steven Portnoy, and Cat Zakrzewski of the Washington Post.

The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.

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