it is obvious that this guy has done the political calculus and found out there is NO politically palatable solution to this. SO, the answer is to act surprised when someone mentions it. In addition to providing him time to maneuver and political cover, it gives the appearance of stupidity which causes his enemies to underestimate him. quite a few of which are right here in this thread.
Inslee is a sock puppet, IMO. His brain trust hasn't figured out an escape route.
BTW, I read (for whatever that's worth) that 'Mayorjenny' sent in porta potties.
From a lifelong Washingtonian... you literally don't have a clue.