Washington: Thurston County Commissioner recall effort tossed out

The attempt to recall Thurston County Commissioner Emily Clouse was tossed out by a Superior Cort Judge. The recall was over Clouse' conduct with an aide, which resulted in a $300K settlement. She has faced an investigation, suspension and censure. Petitioners would have needed 18,499 signatures. 

The judge tossed out the recall as not meeting the state's malfeasance standard.