Congressman Mike Simpson, who represents Idaho’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, shared several updates and statements on August 20, 2025, through his official Twitter account.
In a post made at 13:23 UTC, Simpson expressed appreciation for media coverage of National Potato Day, stating: “Thank you, @matthewfoldi, for mentioning National Potato Day last night on @NEWSMAX’s The Right Squad! Big day here in Idaho https://t.co/f47kjoyyOb”.
Later that day at 20:18 UTC, Simpson described a recent meeting with local business leaders: “It was great meeting with the Blackfoot Chamber and providing a DC update on the common sense legislation @HouseGOP has passed, like the One Big Beautiful Bill, to deliver on our mandate. The OBBB is a win for Blackfoot, a win for Idaho, and a win for America! https://t.co/uNVbF6DoiT”.
In another tweet posted at 21:09 UTC, Simpson commented on national leadership: “President Trump is once again demonstrating true American strength and leadership. https://t.co/KCi14QXn5X”.
Simpson has served as the representative of Idaho’s 2nd congressional district since 1999 after replacing Mike Crapo. He previously held office in the Idaho House of Representatives from 1984 to 1998. Born in Burley, Idaho in 1950 and currently residing in Idaho Falls at age 72, Simpson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University.
