Congressman Mike Simpson, who represents Idaho’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, recently posted a series of messages on social media covering topics from election security to historical anniversaries and personal celebrations.
On February 11, 2026, Simpson addressed the issue of election laws and voter identification. In his post, he stated: “All Americans want safe and secure elections. Requiring ID and verifying citizenship when registering to vote is not a controversial issue. It is a common sense approach to strengthening current election laws. The SAVE America Act is the right solution to ensure that only U.S.” This message reflects ongoing debates at both state and national levels regarding measures aimed at bolstering the integrity of electoral processes.
The following day, on February 12, Simpson commemorated Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with a nod to local history: “Please join me in wishing a Happy Birthday to our 16th President. Thanks to President Lincoln’s leadership, the Idaho territory was formed.” Lincoln signed legislation establishing the Idaho Territory in 1863 during his presidency.
On February 14, Simpson shared a brief personal message: “I love my Valentine!”
Simpson has represented Idaho’s 2nd congressional district since 1999 after serving in the Idaho House of Representatives for over a decade. Born in Burley, Idaho in 1950 and currently residing in Idaho Falls, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University earned in 1972.
