Ethics Commission Under Fire | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 12, 2026 · 1m

Oregon’s ethics watchdog is investigating its own boss, executive director Susan Myers, amid accusations of hypocrisy and political bias — just as the commission grapples with a surge in politically charged complaints and debates whether to require filers to disclose their motives. Critics say Myers’ public stance clashes with private actions, while commissioners defend their work, citing unchanged fines despite rising cases. Tensions are mounting as the governor recently vetoed a bill that would’ve allowed more private meetings for officials — a move backed by the commission — and a new law…