Scottie Barnes
Freelance reporter
Scottie Barnes writes breaking news and investigative pieces for The Epoch Times from the Pacific Northwest. She has a background in researching the implications of public policy and emerging technologies on areas ranging from homeland security and national defense to forestry and urban planning.
LATEST
Oregon Votes: Presidential Primaries Decided, Congressional Battles Shaping Up
Voters chose candidates for six Congressional races, including three that could decide control of the U.S. House this fall.
Oregon Voter Turnout Trending Down Heading Into Election Day
Many Oregon voters are apparently skipping this year’s primary election, seemingly frustrated with polarizing politics.
Oregon’s Mailed Ballot Returns Delayed Due to Confusion About Counting Process
Election officials and postal workers were unclear about who should count ballots to determine how much Oregon owes the U.S. Postal Service.
Control of the US House May be Decided in Oregon
With the two parties targeting three vulnerable seats, Oregon could have an outsized impact on national politics in 2024.
Susheela Jayapal Claims ‘Outside Money’ is Targeting Her Campaign in Oregon’s 3rd Congressional District
Progressive candidate Susheela Jayapal claims that ‘MAGA Republicans’ are using money, partly provided by AIPAC, to keep her out of Congress.
Portland Police Clear PSU Library of Pro-Palestinian Protesters Amid Night of Violence
Police cleared Pro-Palestinian protesters from the Portland State University library twice as rioters vandalized downtown businesses and torched police cars.
Portland State Capitulates to Pro-Palestine Protesters, ‘Pauses’ Relationship with Boeing
Portland State closed its campus as activists barricaded themselves in the library. Meanwhile, students at the University of Oregon began a peaceful protest.
Pro-Palestine Protesters Disrupt Oregon Democrat’s Biggest Fundraising Event
Protesters made their way into the Portland Hilton and shouted over Sen. Jeff Merkley’s speech.
Oregon GOP Women Urge Athletic Association to Protect Girls’ Sports
Lawmakers are demanding a change to policies that allow boys to compete in girls’ sports after a transgender runner dominated a high school track event.
Republican Challenger Monique DeSpain Criticizes Oregon Rep. Val Hoyle for Border Comments
Oregon congresswoman Val Hoyle told conservative constituents that the southern border must be open.
