Socialist mayor’s blunt 1-word message to fleeing millionaires sparks outrage: ‘We're doomed’
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson sparked controversy with her dismissive response to reports of millionaires leaving Washington state due to taxes and progressive policies. During a forum at Seattle University, she waved goodbye and said 'bye' to those departing, drawing criticism online. Her comments, seen as flippant by some, ignited a broader debate about economic policy and wealth retention in the state.
- ▪Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson responded to reports of wealthy residents leaving Washington by saying 'bye' during a speech at Seattle University.
- ▪Her comments were met with laughter and applause at the event but drew widespread backlash on social media.
- ▪Conservatives criticized Wilson's remarks, arguing they reflect poor economic judgment and disregard for tax base stability.
- ▪The social media post by Brandi Kruse criticizing Wilson was viewed over 4 million times.
- ▪Wilson, a self-proclaimed socialist, was recently elected as mayor of Seattle under the Democratic Party.
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Socialism Socialist mayor’s blunt 1-word message to fleeing millionaires sparks outrage: ‘We're doomed’ 'Bye,' Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said to millionaires leaving her state By Andrew Mark Miller , Peter Pinedo Fox News Published May 1, 2026 12:02pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Seattle mayor laughs and waves goodbye to millionaires who want to leave the state Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson laughed off millionaires who wanted to flee the state over taxation and waved bye during an event earlier this month.
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