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Risch: Biden’s Foreign Policy Has Made America Less Safe

By Boise City Wire | Mar 7, 2024

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...

Ranking Member Risch Stresses the Importance of Improving Global Food Security Efforts

By Boise City Wire | Mar 6, 2024

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...

Risch on New Global Magnitsky Sanctions on Zimbabwe

By Boise City Wire | Mar 4, 2024

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...

Which former Boise City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By Boise City Wire | Mar 2, 2024

These former Boise City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

Boise City Wire area weekly mass times

By Boise City Wire | Mar 2, 2024

The following parishes in the Boise City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

How many companies in cities in Ada County received FDA inspections in February?

By Boise City Wire | Mar 1, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Ada County that received an FDA inspection in February, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Ranking Member Risch Delivers Opening Statement on Iran’s Proxy Network in the Middle East

By Boise City Wire | Feb 28, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered a statement during a hearing on Iran’s proxy network in the Middle East. Risch expressed concerns about the Biden Administration's approach to Iran and outlined key strategies for addressing the challenges posed by the Iranian regime.Risch acknowledged the witnesses at the hearing, Dr. Suzanne Maloney and The Honorable Brian H. Hook, and highlighted their expertise on the subject. He criticized the administration's focus on rejoining the Iran nuclear deal, stating, "The...

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Ada County rise or fall in 2021?

By Boise City Wire | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Ada County received $17.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Risch, McCaul, Scott, James Criticize Temporary Appointment of Perriello as Special Envoy for Sudan

By Boise City Wire | Feb 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, U.S. Representative Michael McCaul, Senator Tim Scott, and Representative John James have expressed their concerns regarding the Biden Administration's temporary appointment of former Congressman Tom Perriello as special envoy for Sudan.In a joint statement, the lawmakers emphasized their disappointment in the delayed response to the crisis in Sudan, stating, "The temporary appointment of a special envoy to Sudan, 10 months into the war, should not be viewed as a recognition by the Biden Administration of the significance of this crisis. Instead,...

Risch on Sweden’s Accession to NATO

By Boise City Wire | Feb 26, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today commented on Sweden's accession to NATO. Risch expressed gratitude for Hungary's ratification of Sweden as a NATO member after nineteen months since the accession protocol was signed. He noted, "While it is disappointing it took this long, Sweden has a strong dedication to security in the North Atlantic and its submarine capabilities will be a great help to NATO defenses. In recent years, Sweden has rapidly increased its defense expenditures and now spends over 2%...

Which former Boise City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By Boise City Wire | Feb 25, 2024

These former Boise City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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Boise City Wire area weekly mass times

By Boise City Wire | Feb 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Boise City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Risch on Second Anniversary of Russia’s Brutal Invasion of Ukraine

By Boise City Wire | Feb 23, 2024

BOISE, Idaho – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today released the following statement ahead of the two-year anniversary of Russia’s brutal, unprovoked invasion of Ukraine:In his statement, Senator Risch expressed concerns about the global stability following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, stating, "The full-scale attack on Ukraine two years ago is a clear indication that the world is becoming less stable." He emphasized the importance of addressing gaps in military supply chains and burden sharing among allies to...

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