Dem who welcomed socialist mayor's 'change' now sounding alarm over billionaire exodus: 'Gravely concerned'
Seattle Council Member Rob Saka has expressed serious concerns about a business exodus from the city, despite previously supporting Mayor Katie Wilson's socialist policies. This shift in sentiment comes as major companies like Starbucks relocate jobs to more business-friendly states. Wilson's dismissive comments about the exodus have drawn criticism as the city's economic climate faces challenges.
- ▪Council Member Rob Saka is now 'gravely concerned' about the business exodus from Seattle.
- ▪Starbucks has announced a major expansion into Nashville while cutting jobs in Seattle.
- ▪Mayor Katie Wilson has downplayed the impact of millionaires leaving the city.
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Socialism Dem who welcomed socialist mayor's 'change' now sounding alarm over billionaire exodus: 'Gravely concerned' Council Member Rob Saka said he is 'gravely concerned' after previously praising then Mayor-elect Katie Wilson's 'energy' By Peter Pinedo Fox News Published May 18, 2026 2:36pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Seattle mayor says 'bye' to millionaires CEO of Rastegar Capital Ari Rastegar criticizes Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's dismissive stance on millionaires relocating due to the upcoming millionaire tax.
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