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Internet Of Medical Things

As everyone is relentlessly distracted by the daily chaotic events, the movement towards a digital control grid continues to silently be put into place. The Internet of Things (IoT) is essential for feeding the beast known as the artificial intelligence agent (AI Agent) which replaces human problem solving. However, IoT is really a conglomerate of […]

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Labrador Letter: Upholding the Second Amendment

Dear Friends, This week, the United States Supreme Court struck down a Hawaii law that made it a crime for concealed carry permit holders to walk onto private property open to the public unless the owner had first given express permission. In a 6-3 decision in Wolford v. Lopez, the Court ruled that the law, […]

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AG Labrador Leads Multistate Coalition to Second Amendment Victory at U.S. Supreme Court

BOISE, ID – Attorney General Raúl Labrador led a coalition of states to a major Second Amendment win today at the United States Supreme Court in Wolford v. Lopez. In a 6-3 decision, the Court struck down Hawaii’s law, known colloquially as the “Vampire Rule,” which barred concealed carry permit holders from entering private property open to […]

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AG Labrador Issues Summer Travel Scam Warning to Idahoans

BOISE, ID — As Idahoans book flights and hotels for summer vacations, Attorney General Raúl Labrador is warning families to watch for travel scammers looking to steal their money before they ever leave home. Scammers often buy fake online ads that mimic well-known airlines and hotel chains, listing phony customer service numbers or linking to fraudulent […]

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Labrador Letter: Biden’s Title IX Rewrite Is Officially Defeated

Dear Friends, Over the past few years, Idaho has been at the center of the national fight to protect women and girls in sports, in bathrooms, and in private spaces at school. You may be following our case protecting girls’ sports, Little v. Hecox,where we are waiting on the Supreme Court to release its opinion any […]

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Capitalism vs AI

Last week, we talked about China’s AI ambitions and the catastrophic scenario if America loses the AI race. Today, I want to shift focus and talk about what AI means to America. Most people have heard of Adam Smith, even if they haven’t read him. He’s the Scottish economist who gave us the concept of […]

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Killing Family Farms By Corporatism

As if the cost of food wasn’t bad enough, beef is almost out of reach. Dr. Meryl Nass interviewed two farmers, Jim Mundorf and Shad Sullivan, who explained the issues affecting family farms that produce beef and other meat products. However, more concerning is the corporate takeover of those farms and other meat producing industries. […]

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Op-Ed: The Victories Behind Us, the Challenges Ahead

Can you believe it’s been two years already? I told a story at the 2024 Idaho GOP State Convention in Coeur d’Alene about getting a personalized license plate with the number 2024 to remind me and everyone I drove past just how important that year was going to be.  And what a year it was! […]

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Fulcher Introduces Bill Expanding Free Access to National Parks for Foster Families

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 15, 2026CONTACT: Christianne.Allen@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher (Idaho-01) released the following statement after introducing the Promoting Access to Recreation for Kids in Foster Settings (PARKS) Act, H.R. 9145. The legislation would add licensed foster care families to the list of those who can access America the Beautiful passes free of charge. “I’m […]

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China, AI, and why America Cannot Afford to Lose This Race

Last week, I talked about the objection to data centers is really about objecting to AI. To understand why American AI leadership matters, you need to understand why China is pursuing AI with such urgency — and what they intend to do with it. China has a serious demographic problem. Decades of the one-child policy […]

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Road Safety

Over several decades there has been a myriad of advancements that make driving much safer and reducing the number of deaths. This includes developments such as seat belts, air bags, computer-controlled braking, back up cameras, child safety seats, and technologies that provide driver assistance. As vehicles have become more technologically sophisticated, they can almost drive […]

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2026 Idaho GOP State Convention

Dear Republicans, We look forward to seeing delegates, alternates, and guests at the 2026 Idaho GOP State Convention starting next Thursday in Meridian. Here are some things you need to know: The Ada County GOP is hosting a special event featuring an Italian buffet, no-host bar, and a great lineup of speakers. Click here for […]

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