Allegations of racial bias swirl around embattled WA agency

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: October 9, 2026

Words: 818

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

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The leader of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth and Families was questioned this week about her agency’s commitment to equity amid allegations of racial bias in the agency made by two former top aides.

The quizzing from a member of the agency’s oversight board on Thursday came after recent accusations that the agency is paying “lip service to equity work” and treating Black women unfairly.

“How are you addressing concerns about equity …

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