Rinck Pushes Against Gender-Based Violence, Facing Budget Headwinds

Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck launched a campaign pushing for $8 million in investments for gender-based violence survivors in the 2027-2028 budget, citing federal cuts under the Trump administration and local program reductions. The proposal faces long odds given Seattle’s tight October revenue forecast of only $8.8 million in additional funds through 2028, though Rinck views it as a multi-year effort.