Does WA Gov. Jay Inslee really plan to move to Idaho when he leaves office in January?

Washington's outgoing Governor Jay Inslee has publicly denied rumors suggesting he plans to move to Idaho after his term ends. In a social media post, he stated, 'Disreputable right-wing media don’t usually get under my skin, but that is the case when they suggest I have plans to move to Idaho after I leave office. ' Inslee humorously added that Washington is home to the best potatoes, reinforcing his loyalty to the state. This speculation is not new; similar claims about him purchasing a retirement property in Idaho have circulated since July, which Inslee's office previously labeled as 'untrue' and 'pure rumor. ' The latest denial follows comments made by conservative journalist Ari Hoffman, who referenced the Idaho rumor in a recent appearance, later clarifying that he was joking.

Inslee's spokesperson criticized the persistence of these rumors, attributing them to 'unserious people pushing unverified information. ' His efforts to counter these claims reflect his commitment to Washington as he prepares to step down from office.