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Talk Show Host and Columnist at AM 770 KTTH

Jason Rantz

Jason Rantz

About: Jason Rantz is the host of The Jason Rantz Show on AM 770 KTTH in Seattle, where he tackles the Pacific Northwest’s biggest news and cultural issues with unapologetic, conservative commentary. As a prominent radio host, columnist, and frequent television guest, Rantz has earned a reputation as Seattle’s leading voice for common sense in a region too often dominated by progressive groupthink. He is also the author of an Amazon best-selling book, What’s Killing America: Inside the Radical Left’s Tragic Destruction of Our Cities (Center Street Books).

Jason’s no-nonsense, witty, and biting approach to news analysis cuts through political spin and media bias. He is best known for his incisive takes on Seattle politics, crime, homelessness, public safety, education, and the consequences of radical policies affecting everyday families.

Rantz is a frequent Fox News voice, regularly appearing on national platforms like The Ingraham Angle, Fox & Friends, Fox News at Night, Evening Edit, and Varney and Co. His commentaries are featured in outlets including The Daily Wire, Newsweek, Daily Mail, Fox News, and National Review. His investigative reporting has been cited by both national and local news outlets.

With nearly 30 years in broadcast journalism, Rantz’s work has been recognized for spotlighting issues that matter to Washington state and beyond. He is passionate about defending free speech, individual liberty, and public accountability.

Expertise: Crime, policing, immigration, education, domestic politics, Israel, economy, homelessness, drugs, and cultural issues.

Education: B.A. in Politics, Occidental College (2004)

Achievements & Awards: The Society of Professional Journalists Western Washington, first place: Excellence in Journalism (2011)

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Rantz: Mukilteo teacher boosted fundraiser by Oct. 7 denier, antisemitic smears

A Mukilteo high school teacher helped raise funds for an antisemitic Palestinian cleric who denies the Hamas atrocities on Oct. 7.
1 year ago

Rantz: Rep. Pramila Jayapal failed miserably in Robert Hur ‘exonerated’ soundbite

Radical progressive Rep. Pramila Jayapal failed to get Special Prosecutor Robert Hur to tacitly agree that he "exonerated" Joe Biden.
1 year ago

Rantz: Why are Washington primary voters going ‘Undecided’ over Biden? It’s a scam

Washington State Democrat voters are ready to send a message to President Joe Biden by voting as "uncommitted" in the primary.
1 year ago

Rantz: King County sheriff directs deputies to ignore Burien encampment ban

King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall ordered her deputies to not enforce the Burien homeless encampment ban.
1 year ago

Rantz: Sanctuary law protected illegal immigrant suspected in trooper’s death

After the state's sanctuary legislation became law, an illegal immigrant suspected of killing a state trooper on a state road took a plea.
1 year ago

Rantz: After sexist insult, Republicans should dump toxic Loren Culp

Republican Loren Culp is becoming increasingly irate and unhinged on social media. It's wise for Republicans to reject him.
1 year ago

Rantz: Noted feminist silent after horrific UN report showing rape of Jewish women

A UN report revealed details of Hamas using sexual violence against Jewish women, but Jayapal still remains steadfast in her criticism of Israel.
1 year ago

Rantz: Seattle Colleges claims event calling Trump a threat to democracy is ‘non partisan’

Seattle Colleges used tax dollars to push the Democrat talking point that Donald Trump is a threat to democracy.
1 year ago

Rantz: Festering Seattle homeless encampment to be cleared

A homeless encampment near Seattle Center, filled with drug addicts using fentanyl, will finally be removed this week.
1 year ago

Rantz: Bellevue officer losing health benefits after VP Harris motorcade injuries

A Bellevue officer suffered serious injuries on a Vice President Kamala Harris motorcade in 2023. Now, he will lose his insurance.
1 year ago

Rantz: ICE Seattle nabs child sex criminals as migrant crime concerns persist

As U.S. cities experience migrant crime, ICE Seattle is nabbing child sex predators and other dangerous criminals.
1 year ago

Rantz: City of Redmond rejected security request, then car drove through storefront

A month after the city of Redmond rejected a business owner’s request to install better security measures, a stolen car was driven through its storefront.
1 year ago

Rantz: Edmonds housing stalled over a small tree, extortion policy

The process should have taken a few months. Instead, it took nearly two years and it was nothing short of extortion.
1 year ago

Rantz: Integrity concerns over Washington party declaration on primary ballot envelope

Voters are again concerned about Washington party declarations appearing on primary ballot envelopes. So why do we do it?
1 year ago

Rantz: Seattle comedy club canceled comics over offended activists

A Seattle comedy club canceled on four stand up comics after progressive activists complained. Should activists have that power over comedy?
1 year ago

Rantz: Washington Democrat exposed for lying about carbon tax, I-2117

Senator Marko Liias flat-out lied about the Washington I-2771 carbon tax repeal while using his official government account.
1 year ago

Rantz: Washington Dems may push ‘porn’ on kids with law ending LGBTQ book bans

Washington state Democrats move to ban so-called LGBTQ book bans. But it still allows book bans if Democrats don't support the content.
1 year ago

Rantz: Seattle activists declare a ‘homosexual intifada’

As if "Queers for Palestine" wasn't enough of a self-parody, keffiyeh-donning gay activists in Seattle have declared a "homosexual intifada."
1 year ago

Rantz: Judge nearly let go suspect in WSP trooper shooting in Kent

A Department of Corrections warrant was the only thing that stopped the judge from releasing the suspect.
1 year ago

Rantz: Seattle restaurant owner ‘lost all faith’ in city after 23rd break-in

Seattle's crime crisis hit a restaurant for the 23rd time, according to the owner. He says he's lost all faith in the city.
1 year ago

Rantz: Seattle English students told it’s ‘white supremacy’ to love reading, writing

Seattle Public Schools lesson claims love for reading, writing is "white supremacy," sparking another controversy.
1 year ago

Rantz: DEI training suspended for compromising King County firefighters’ beliefs

King County firefighters argue their mandatory DEI training forced them to compromise deeply held beliefs. The training is now on pause.
1 year ago

Rantz: Did Texas Gov. Greg Abbott send illegal immigrants to Seattle?

Did Texas Gov. Abbott send illegal immigrants to Seattle? Jason Rantz fact checks the city's response and immigration crisis.
1 year ago

Rantz: Democrats add ‘Hamas amendment’ to Holocaust education bill

Critics chide Washington Democrats for adding the co-called "Hamas amendment" to a Holocaust Education bill.
1 year ago