Risch v. Achilles may be Idaho’s most active US Senate race in years. Here’s where they stand.

By: Laura Guido

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 3,120

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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Idaho Republican U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, 83, has been in his position for nearly 20 years. In reliably red Idaho, he has won his previous general election contests by comfortable margins.

His independent challenger, former Boise Democratic state legislator Todd Achilles, 58, has raised nearly $700,000 this year and is arguing that he presents the alternative for people who aren’t happy with either party.

“I’m speaking to roomfuls of Republicans who are just …

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