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James E. Risch

U.S. Senator

Idaho

RepublicanIn this role on July 28, 2026

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January 3, 2021 — January 3, 2027 (scheduled)
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Idaho
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January 6, 2015 — January 3, 2021
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Idaho
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January 6, 2009 — January 3, 2015
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