Overview
- County commissioners from Clackamas, Hood River, Multnomah and Wasco selected Drazan in a joint meeting over Rep. Jeff Helfrich.
- Drazan will serve the remainder of the term through January 2027.
- Bonham endorsed Drazan, and although Helfrich drew more individual commissioner votes, Clackamas County’s heavier vote share secured her appointment.
- Several Republican aides and lawmakers report she may announce a 2026 gubernatorial bid soon, and she did not rule it out when asked; her spokesperson declined comment.
- Bonham resigned on Oct. 5 and was later reported nominated to assist U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Drazan brings experience as a former House GOP leader and 2022 gubernatorial nominee.