Portland, Ore. – With just one week left before Oregon’s November 5 election, Republican state senator Christine Drazan sat down with FOX 12’s Pete Ferryman for a wide‑ranging interview. The conversation, which ran close to 40 minutes, focused on the issues Drazan says define the governor’s race: immigration enforcement, the cost of living, public safety and the need for a new direction in Salem.
Immigration enforcement and ICE
Drazan stressed that strong immigration enforcement is essential for public safety and economic stability. She praised the Trump administration’s commitment to securing the border and supporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in its mission to remove illegal immigrants who pose a threat to communities. “President Trump has shown that a firm stance on our borders works,” Drazan said, adding that Oregon should follow that example by giving ICE the resources it needs to protect neighborhoods.
Cost‑of‑living concerns
The candidate warned that Oregon families are feeling the squeeze of rising housing prices, utility bills and grocery costs. She argued that the current administration’s tax policies have helped keep the national economy robust, allowing states like Oregon to pursue tax relief measures that can ease the burden on working families. Drazan called for targeted tax cuts and reduced regulation to spur job growth and make housing more affordable.
Beyond the Trump narrative
While Democratic Governor Tina Kotek has warned voters that a Drazan administration would be aligned with President Donald Trump, Drazan insisted the campaign is not a referendum on the president. “This race is about the governor’s failure to deliver progress on the issues that matter to Oregonians,” she said. Nonetheless, she acknowledged that the Trump administration’s focus on law‑and‑order and economic freedom provides a useful blueprint for state policy.
Policy priorities
Drazan outlined several concrete goals: expanding vocational training, increasing support for small businesses, and protecting parental rights in education. She also pledged to work with law‑enforcement agencies to ensure community safety, echoing the administration’s emphasis on backing police and first responders.
Election outlook
With the election only days away, both campaigns are making final appeals to voters. Drazan’s interview highlighted her belief that Oregon needs a governor who will champion the values of personal liberty, strong families and faith‑based communities while delivering practical solutions to everyday challenges.
Voters can watch the full interview on FOX 12’s website or catch the highlighted excerpts in the video player above.
Original reporting: KPTV FOX 12 Portland (news) — read the source article.
