Morales was first elected in 2019 and represents District 2, which includes Yesler Terrace, the Chinatown International District and Southeast Seattle.

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy J. Morales announced she’s resigning from her position in the new year, stating it’s taken a toll on her mental and physical well-being.

Morales said she came to the decision “after very careful consideration” and that she is “worried about the future of this institution.”

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales has announced that she’ll step down in January, ending her term three years shy of completion. Morales is the last remaining incumbent of the former council, one marked by a push for progressive police reform.

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales announced her resignation on Wednesday, citing that she is worried about the future of the Council's institution.

Tammy Morales announced she will resign from from the Seattle City Council Wednesday morning. Morales will remain in the office representing District 2 – from Yesler Terrace to Rainier Beach - until Jan.