King County official denies accusations of stalking, says he's still running for office

Soundside

Voters will pick a new King County Executive this November.

And the race has taken a dramatic turn as candidate and current King County Assessor John Wilson has been repeatedly accused of stalking and harassment. Last month his ex fiancee and domestic partner Lee Keller was granted a second restraining order against him.

Members of the King County Council have called on Wilson to resign, which he has rebuffed.

Wilson has vehemently denied all allegations of domestic violence and stalking. He says he and Keller have a “stormy” relationship and that many of her allegations are incorrect.

Guest:

• KUOW politics reporter Scott Greenstone

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• King County assessor says he won't resign amid stalking allegation scandal - KUOW

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