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Labrador Letter: When Speech is Treated as “Violence” our Freedoms Die

Dear Friends, This week, our nation suffered a loss that cuts to the heart of who we are. The tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk was not just the murder of a man. It was an attack on the very idea that Americans can debate one another peacefully, challenge each other boldly, and still remain a […]

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Op-Ed: Carrying on Charlie Kirk’s Legacy

Today is a heavy day. Every year on this date, September 11, we remember the horrific events of that Tuesday morning in 2001. Thousands of innocent Americans lost their lives—fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, and children who never came home. First responders put their own lives on the line, with many paying the ultimate sacrifice as […]

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Idaho Freedom Caucus Responds to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

The Idaho Freedom Caucus is deeply saddened by the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Charlie was a passionate advocate for conservative principles, individual liberty, and civic engagement. His work inspired countless Americans, and especially young Americans, to participate in the fight for freedom. He always relied on his words to debate and discuss with those who […]

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Suggestions Welcome

Your property taxes fund our schools, roads, and safety services. But who decides how that money is spent? The November 4th local elections give you the power to choose leaders who shape Kootenai County’s future. These off-year elections fill critical seats in local government, including mayors, city councils, school districts, and fire districts, with the […]

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America

The Declaration of Independence is one of the greatest theological and philosophical treatises on the origin of human rights and the idea that governments should be formed to protect these rights.  It advocated that man should bind himself to the laws of nature and nature’s God. They provide an objective point of reference to truth […]

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Fulcher: The Epstein Files Must Be Released

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher (Idaho-01) issued the following statement. “The Epstein files must be released, and those who abused vulnerable young people must be held accountable. I fully support the actions being led by House Oversight Chairman James Comer to do just that. Just this week, 33,295 pages of Epstein-related records […]

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Labrador Letter: Defending Idaho Consumers

Dear Friends, When a company takes your money, they owe you the service they promised. That’s not complicated. But too many corporations seem to forget this once they’ve been paid. That’s where my Consumer Protection Division comes in. Earlier this year, an Idahoan deposited $500,000 into their account with Coinbase, one of the nation’s largest […]

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Attorney General Labrador Recovers $500K for Idaho Consumer in Cryptocurrency Case

BOISE — Attorney General Raúl Labrador recovered $500,000 for an Idaho consumer who filed a complaint against Coinbase, a cryptocurrency retailer, after a large deposit was not accurately credited to their account. The consumer contacted the Office of the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division, which enforces the Idaho Consumer Protection Act and other related statutes to protect […]

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Judging Judges

In Idaho, what mechanisms are in place to ensure the quality and fairness of Idaho’s third branch of government? Previously I wrote about how judges are appointed and subsequently stand to be retained by the voters. The problem is that voters are being asked to make the decision about retaining a particular judge without significant […]

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Op-Ed: Republicans Must Lead By Example

Idaho is blessed to be a red state. More than 60% of Idaho voters affiliate with the Republican Party, and over 85% of our elected lawmakers ran and won as Republicans. As chair of the Idaho GOP, I represent all those voters and public officials, and that means I will always insist on real debate […]

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Idaho Second Amendment Alliance Calls for End to Gun-Free School Zones in Idaho, Reject Calls for Gun Control

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 30, 2025 The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance (ISAA) is calling on the Idaho Legislature to eliminate gun-free school zones and restore the right of school staff to protect themselves and their students. In 2024, lawmakers had the opportunity to pass HB 415, a bill that would have curbed school boards’ authority to […]

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Save the Date: America 250 in Idaho Kickoff Celebration

Thursday, September 11, 2025 11AM – 11:30AM | PROGRAM KICKOFF | IDAHO STATE CAPITOL STEPS 11:30AM-2PM | MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS & SPECIAL ACITIVITES | CECIL D. ANDRUS PARK America will celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, and as ldahoans, we’re thrilled to be part of this historic milestone. Join us on Patriots’ Day as we […]

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