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Senators urge Biden to reconsider stance on plastics treaty

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, alongside 18 other senators, has urged President Biden to reconsider his administration's stance on international constraints related to manufacturing and the development of chemicals and plastic products.

By Boise City Wire | Nov 14, 2024

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Bipartisan U.S. senators head to Halifax for international security discussions

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

By Boise City Wire | Nov 14, 2024

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Senator Risch introduces act to halt U.S. funding over Israel's UN status

By Boise City Wire | Nov 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has introduced the Stand with Israel Act.

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Senators urge Biden Administration to revise Qatar policy regarding Hamas

By Boise City Wire | Nov 8, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Roger Wicker, along with 12 other colleagues, have addressed a letter to the Biden-Harris Administration urging a change in policy towards Qatar.

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Senators Risch and Shaheen respond to concerns over Georgian elections

By Boise City Wire | Oct 28, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen have expressed concerns following the recent parliamentary elections in Georgia.

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Risch and Rubio criticize Biden-Harris Administration over SHIP Act enforcement

By Boise City Wire | Oct 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Marco Rubio have issued a statement expressing their concerns over the Biden-Harris Administration's handling of the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act (SHIP).

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Stand with Israel Act aims to curb U.S. funds if UN restricts Israeli participation

By Boise City Wire | Oct 22, 2024

U.S. Senators, led by Jim Risch, have announced their intention to introduce the Stand with Israel Act in November when Congress reconvenes. The legislation aims to cut off U.S. funding to United Nations (UN) agencies that restrict Israel's participation. This follows a resolution enhancing the Palestinian Authority's status at the UN.

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Bipartisan support strengthens for Risch-Shaheen act targeting Georgian corruption

By Boise City Wire | Oct 22, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) have announced an increase in bipartisan support for their proposed Georgian People’s Act. This legislation aims to hold Georgian officials accountable for corruption, human rights abuses, and anti-democratic actions. The bill has gained the backing of ten additional senators.

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Senator Risch supports Israeli actions against Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

By Boise City Wire | Oct 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch from Idaho has expressed his views following the reported elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israeli Defense Forces. As the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Risch released a statement emphasizing the significance of this development.

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Senate Republicans issue resolution condemning Iran-backed Hamas

By Boise City Wire | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Joni Ernst, alongside all Senate Republicans, have issued a resolution condemning Iran-backed Hamas for its actions one year after the terrorist attacks on October 7 that resulted in the deaths of dozens of Americans. The resolution emphasizes support for Israel's survival and calls for the safe release of American hostages.

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Senator Risch reflects on one-year anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel

By Boise City Wire | Oct 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement on the eve of the first anniversary of an attack by Hamas on Israel that occurred on October 7 last year. The statement was released from Boise, Idaho.

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Senators propose new bill targeting accountability amid ongoing crisis in Sudan

By Boise City Wire | Oct 2, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch, Chris Coons, Jeanne Shaheen, and Todd Young have announced plans to introduce the Sudan Accountability Act in response to the ongoing civil war in Sudan. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has resulted in significant humanitarian crises and numerous war crimes.

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Senator Risch responds to Iranian missile attacks on Israel

By Boise City Wire | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a Republican from Idaho and the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement in response to Iran's missile attacks on Israel.

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Senators urge action against Nicolas Maduro during Mexico visit

By Boise City Wire | Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) have issued a statement regarding the potential visit of Nicolas Maduro to Mexico for its presidential inauguration next week. The senators are urging the Biden-Harris Administration to collaborate with partners in the Western Hemisphere to arrest and extradite Maduro.

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Senators criticize Georgian government's actions against NGOs

By Boise City Wire | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Ben Cardin (D-Md.), along with Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), have expressed concern over the recent actions of Georgia’s Anti-Corruption Bureau. The senators, who hold key positions on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released a joint statement addressing the situation.

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Senate Republicans introduce bill aiming at China's competitive edge

By Boise City Wire | Sep 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, alongside Senators Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Mitt Romney (R-Utah), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) introduced the STRATEGIC Act 2024 on September 19, 2024. This legislation aims to position the United States and its allies for success in strategic competition against China.

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Lawmakers press Biden on enforcing laws sanctioning Iran

By Boise City Wire | Sep 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and U.S. Representatives Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), has addressed a letter to President Joe Biden regarding the administration’s enforcement of laws sanctioning the Iranian regime.

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Senator Risch addresses ambassadorial nominations at Senate hearing

By Boise City Wire | Sep 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered opening remarks at a full committee nominations hearing on September 19, 2024. The hearing featured nominees for ambassadorial positions in various countries.

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Senator Risch meets with ex-Marine Paul Whelan after Russian imprisonment

By Boise City Wire | Sep 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, met with former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan on September 17, 2024. Whelan was imprisoned in Russia for over five and a half years.

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Risch, McCaul criticize handling of Robert Malley's clearance suspension

By Boise City Wire | Sep 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, have issued a statement regarding the State Department Office of Inspector General’s (IG) report on the handling of former Special Envoy Robert Malley’s security clearance suspension.