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Senators urge revocation of U.S.-China science cooperation agreement

U.S. Senators, led by Jim Risch of Idaho, have expressed concerns over the Biden Administration's decision to renew the U.S.-China Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement (STA) for another five years.

By Boise City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

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Risch outlines key priorities included in FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has outlined his priorities included in the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

By Boise City Wire | Dec 18, 2024

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Senators urge Biden for action on foreign influence in Sudan crisis

By Boise City Wire | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senators have urged President Biden to take stronger measures against foreign entities exacerbating the ongoing civil war in Sudan.

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Senators address Russian interference in Romania's election

By Boise City Wire | Dec 16, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch, Pete Ricketts, Ben Cardin, and Jeanne Shaheen have expressed their concerns over Russian interference in Romania's presidential elections.

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Senators urge Biden Administration to act on Georgian political crisis

By Boise City Wire | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen addressed the Senate floor to express their support for the Georgian people's desire to align with Western values.

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Senator Risch thanks Foreign Relations Committee interns for fall 2024 contributions

By Boise City Wire | Dec 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, representing Idaho and serving as the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, expressed his gratitude to the committee's interns for their contributions during the fall term.

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FOIA Request Sent to Idaho State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Boise City Wire | Dec 10, 2024

FOIA Request to Idaho State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024.

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Senator Risch comments on end of Assad's rule in Syria

By Boise City Wire | Dec 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, representing Idaho and serving as the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement regarding the recent developments in Syria.

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Senator Risch addresses effectiveness and challenges of Global Magnitsky laws

By Boise City Wire | Dec 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered an opening statement at a committee hearing focused on the Global Magnitsky laws.

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U.S. Senators discuss EU membership halt with Georgian president

By Boise City Wire | Dec 5, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch, Jeanne Shaheen, Ben Cardin, Chris Coons, Lindsey Graham, and Dick Durbin have issued a joint statement following discussions with Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili.

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Risch discusses Middle East issues with King Abdullah at U.S. Capitol

By Boise City Wire | Dec 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, met with His Majesty King Abdullah of Jordan at the U.S. Capitol.

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Senators introduce bill targeting foreign influence in US policymaking

By Boise City Wire | Dec 4, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch, John Cornyn, and Peter Welch have introduced the Conflict-free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act in an effort to curb foreign influence on U.S. policymaking.

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Senator Risch supports Elise Stefanik's nomination as UN ambassador

By Boise City Wire | Dec 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement after meeting with U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik.

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Jim Risch supports Marco Rubio for Secretary of State

By Boise City Wire | Dec 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch of Idaho, who serves as the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement following his meeting with U.S. Senator Marco Rubio.

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Senators condemn violence in Georgia after EU membership suspension

By Boise City Wire | Dec 2, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen have expressed concern over the recent violence in Georgia, following the suspension of the country's European Union membership accession.

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Risch and Shaheen lead bipartisan talks at Halifax International Security Forum

By Boise City Wire | Nov 26, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen led a bipartisan congressional delegation to the 16th annual Halifax International Security Forum.

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Legislation introduced to deter wrongful detention of Americans abroad

By Boise City Wire | Nov 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) have introduced the Countering Wrongful Detention Act in a bid to deter states from unlawfully detaining Americans abroad.

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Senator Risch criticizes ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

By Boise City Wire | Nov 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch has voiced strong opposition to the International Criminal Court's recent actions, which include issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

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Senator Risch emphasizes unwavering U.S. support for Israel amid policy debates

By Boise City Wire | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, addressed the Senate floor to affirm U.S. support for Israel.

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Risch condemns sentencing of pro-democracy leaders in Hong Kong

By Boise City Wire | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement regarding recent events in Hong Kong.