That is true based on the number of red and blue counties, but not based on population. Though most counties may be “red” the majority of the population tends to vote “blue”. King county has enough blue votes to often control close state wide races. So in general WA is currently a safe blue state for statewide races and the presidential election.

Of course, there are exceptions. And a non-Trump, moderate Republican with a proven track record has a shot if they can get through the primaries.

I miss the Evans and Spellman days of the Republican Party. But they would never get the nomination today.