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Jim Risch

Jim Risch

Republican Incumbent

Jim Risch is the incumbent U.S. senator from Idaho and is seeking another term in 2026. His campaign and Senate biography emphasize conservative positions, including support for the Second Amendment, energy independence, limited federal government, and Idaho agriculture and natural resources.

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Background

Career History

U.S. Senator 2009 – Present
United States Senate

Represents Idaho in the Senate; currently serves as chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Governor 2006 – 2009
State of Idaho

Served as Idaho governor after previously holding other statewide and legislative offices.

Lieutenant Governor 2003 – 2006
State of Idaho

Served two terms as Idaho lieutenant governor.

President Pro Tempore / Majority Leader 1981 – 1988
Idaho State Senate

Served in the Idaho Senate and was elected by peers as Republican Majority Leader and President Pro Tempore.

Ada County Prosecuting Attorney 1970 – 1978
Ada County, Idaho

Served two terms as Ada County prosecuting attorney.

Rancher and lawyer
Private sector

Has worked as a rancher, small business owner, and senior partner at a law firm.

Education

University of Idaho Bachelor's degree in Forestry
University of Idaho Juris Doctor in Law

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