Elected Experience

Yakima County Commissioner, 6 Years. Vice Chair, Rural and Agriculture Affairs Committee, National Association of Counties Washington State Counties Representative, Western Interstate Region Board, NACo. Elected by fellow Commissioners to represent All Counties Nationwide on Wildland Fire Issues

Other Professional Experience

Small Business Owner and Successful Mortgage Banker for over 20 Years in Central Washington

Education

Central Washington University, Dual Degrees; Pre-Law, Emphasis in Criminal Justice and Political Science, Emphasis in Constitutional Law

Community Service

Rotarian, 22 Years and counting! BOD Member Yakima YMCA and United Way, Home Build Chair Habitat for Humanity, Board President CTCS/St Paul Cathedral School, Yakima Greenway

Statement

I am Amanda McKinney, a Wife, Mother, Christian, Daughter of a veteran and law enforcement officer, County Commissioner and the only Trump-Endorsed Candidate.

I bring proven leadership rooted in faith, family, and service to our rural way of life. Central Washington's agriculture is the backbone of our economy and America’s food supply. I will champion family farms, orchards, dairies, and ranchers by defending water rights, lowering input costs, advancing ag technology, addressing labor challenges, and securing fair trade for our producers. I have led efforts to make our district a hub for agricultural innovation.

Our district powers the Pacific Northwest through the Columbia and Snake River dams. I will protect these assets that provide affordable energy, irrigation and commerce. To secure energy dominance and win the AI race, we must prioritize advanced nuclear power, expand Hanford’s mission, invest in fusion technology, and use LNG to keep energy affordable.

Public safety is non-negotiable. Raised in a law enforcement family, I stand for law and order, secure borders, and constitutional rights, especially the Second Amendment. I will always support our first responders.

My record shows results. As Commissioner, I serve in leadership at the Washington State and National Association of Counties, advocating for rural priorities statewide and nationally. I’ve fought overreach, secured resources, prevented fraud, and strengthened our voice on water, agriculture, and fiscal responsibility.

I am also humbly endorsed by Speaker Mike Johnson, Turning Point Action and over 40+ local elected officials and business leaders who trust my America First Leadership. This is our moment for renewal. With constitutional principles and proven leadership, we will restore prosperity, defend freedoms, and secure the American Dream for our children. I am ready to be your voice in Congress for Central Washington’s values and our future.