Congressman Mike Simpson, who represents Idaho’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, shared a series of posts on December 9, 2025, highlighting his support for nuclear energy initiatives and Idaho’s role in advancing the sector.
In a post made at 14:46 UTC, Simpson wrote, “It was an honor to visit @INL with @SecretaryWright and discuss the important work happening at America’s lead nuclear lab. I appreciate his and the Trump administration’s strong support for nuclear energy and the work being done to promote American energy dominance!”
Later that day, at 16:32 UTC, he expressed further endorsement of federal efforts by stating, “MAKE NUCLEAR GREAT AGAIN! I fully support the Trump administration’s efforts to usher in a nuclear renaissance!”
By the evening, Simpson emphasized Idaho’s significance in these developments. At 21:44 UTC he posted, “This partnership is a win for Idaho, and I am pleased to see our great state once again play such a pivotal role on the world stage.”
Simpson has served as a member of Congress since 1999 after replacing Mike Crapo. Before his tenure in Washington D.C., he was part of the Idaho House of Representatives from 1984 to 1998. Born in Burley, Idaho in 1950 and currently residing in Idaho Falls, Simpson graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1972.