Published on Jun 4, 2026, 11:58:23 AM
Total time: 00:17:00
Last month, Southwest Washington was struck by tragedy when 11 people were killed at a Longview paper mill. But as the community tries to find out what happened, an investigation into the incident may be jeopardized by national politics. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Dirk VanderHart, Lauren Dake and Erik Neumann talk about the fallout from the tragedy – and the jockeying over the federal agency that’s looking for answers. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts.
"OPB Politics Now" is a weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into the hottest political topics in Oregon and the Northwest. Every Friday, OPB’s political reporters and special guests offer in-depth analysis, discussion and insight into candidates, events and issues.