Twin Falls elections · Candidate listing
Background
Risch is Idaho’s U.S. senator and is seeking reelection in 2026. Before serving in the Senate, he was Ada County prosecuting attorney, an Idaho state senator, lieutenant governor, and governor; he has degrees in forestry and law from the University of Idaho.
Sources: U.S. Senator Jim Risch, Biography
What the candidate has said
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Affordability
He says he will work to lower costs for Idaho families, including grocery and housing costs, through tax cuts and stronger domestic supply chains.
Jim Risch campaign, IssuesPublic lands
He opposes selling Idaho’s public lands and supports their continued use for activities such as hunting, recreation, logging, and grazing.
Jim Risch campaign, IssuesEnergy policy
He supports strengthening domestic energy supplies, including nuclear energy, and opposes efforts to breach hydropower dams.
Jim Risch campaign, Issues
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Lieutenant GovernorScott Bedke, Eric Myricks
Secretary of StatePhil McGrane, Shawn Keenan
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