On March 12th, Chiawana Senior High School Guard Kobe Young’s collegiate team the Boise State Broncos were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 10 seed.
On March 12th, Mt. Spokane High School Forward Tyson Degenhart’s collegiate team the Boise State Broncos were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 10 seed.
On March 12th, Concordia Lutheran High School Guard RJ Keene II’s collegiate team the Boise State Broncos were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 10 seed.
Washington - A group of Republican senators, led by U.S. Senator Jim Risch of Idaho, recently delivered a letter to President Biden's Climate Envoy John Podesta urging the immediate reversal of the Biden Administration's ban on new LNG exports. The senators emphasized the importance of ensuring a reliable fuel supply to allied nations, especially during times of global uncertainty.In the letter, the senators expressed their concerns about the implications of halting LNG exports to non-Free Trade Agreement countries, citing the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and escalating...
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) has joined 76 international parliamentarians and public figures in condemning the passage of Article 23 legislation in Hong Kong. The joint statement issued by the group expresses serious concerns about the implications of this new national security legislation on the city's autonomy and fundamental freedoms.In the statement, the signatories highlight their worries that the new law will further erode Hong Kong's autonomy, rule of law, and rights. They emphasize that the legislation's vague and expansive provisions could criminalize...
U.S. Senators Jim Risch, Ben Cardin, Ted Budd, Joni Ernst, Chris Coons, Jacky Rosen, Richard Blumenthal, and Thom Tillis have issued a joint statement regarding the bilateral relations between the United States and Qatar and the efforts to mediate the release of hostages taken by Hamas.In their statement, the Senators emphasized the importance of the relationship between the United States and Qatar, particularly in light of recent events involving the holding of hostages by Hamas. They commended Qatar for its efforts in mediating the release of hostages but urged the...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today responded to Majority Leader Schumer’s comments on Israel earlier today. Risch emphasized the importance of non-interference in the domestic politics of other countries, stating, “We should not attempt to dictate domestic politics of other countries. They will rightfully resent our efforts to do so. People in the United States are upset when foreign governments wade into our domestic politics and interfere in our elections, and the Biden Administration has warned...
U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, recently delivered a statement at a hearing focused on U.S. strategy in the Pacific Islands region. Risch emphasized the bipartisan nature of the issues at hand, particularly in relation to China. He highlighted the historical friendship between the U.S. and the Pacific Islands, noting the recent renewal of the Compacts of Free Association with Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau.Risch expressed concerns about the need for a stronger diplomatic presence in the region to counter...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed concern over the lack of transparency in U.S. funding to Haiti. The officials issued a statement in response to the Biden Administration's accusations that Congress is withholding critical funding that would impact Haiti's future.“The human suffering and devolving crisis in Haiti is tragic. Yet, after years of discussions, repeated requests for information, and...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today welcomed Polish President Andrzej Duda to the U.S. Capitol."It was great to meet with President Duda today. The United States and Poland share a long-standing and productive relationship which has only been strengthened as we work together to push back on Russia’s aggression in eastern Europe. Our defense partnership is key to this effort, and as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Poland joining NATO, I thank Poland for all it has done to support Ukraine," said...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, expressed his concerns about President Joe Biden’s foreign policy in a recent statement following the State of the Union address.Risch criticized the Biden administration, stating, “Today, thanks to three years of Biden’s failed foreign policy, America’s adversaries are emboldened and our homeland is less safe. From the hazardous withdrawal of Afghanistan to the inability to deter Putin, the lack of pushback against China’s economic coercion to the failure to curb...
U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, highlighted the ongoing challenges in global food security during a recent hearing. Risch emphasized the need for more efficient and effective strategies to address food insecurity worldwide.Risch acknowledged the efforts of his colleagues, stating, “I too would want to recognize the good work that Senator Coons is doing in this area.” He also reflected on the grim reality of the current global food crisis, noting that "783 million people around the globe suffer from food shortage."The...
BOISE, Idaho – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, shared his thoughts on the recent Global Magnitsky (GloMag) sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the Biden Administration.Risch commended the decision, stating, "Today’s GloMag designation of 14 Zimbabwean individuals and entities is a significant shift in approach on the use of sanctions related to Zimbabwe. In particular, the sanctioning of President Mnangagwa for both corruption and human rights violations is a damning indictment – he is notably the first head of...