Twin Falls elections · Candidate listing
Jim Risch
Republican · Incumbent
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Candidate websiteBackground
Risch is a rancher, small-business owner, and retired attorney, and has served as a U.S. senator from Idaho since 2009. He is seeking reelection in 2026.
Sources: Ada County Republican Party candidate profile, 2026, Congress.gov, Senator James E. Risch
What the candidate has said
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Public lands
His campaign says he supports defending Idaho public lands and opposes selling them to the highest bidder.
Jim Risch campaign, IssuesAffordability
His campaign says it supports lowering costs for families through tax cuts and stronger domestic supply chains.
Jim Risch campaign, IssuesBorder security
His campaign says he supports securing the southern border and enforcing immigration laws.
Jim Risch campaign, Issues