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A Message from the Chair: Congress Has Surrendered to Trump. Idaho's Delegation Is Leading the Retreat.

July 25, 2025
Duty to country should come before loyalty to any politician. Members of Congress are elected to protect the people and uphold the Constitution. Idaho’s Republican delegation has abandoned that… Read More

Simpson and Fulcher Flee D.C. to Avoid Vote on Releasing the Epstein Files

July 23, 2025
In response to House Republicans fleeing the Capitol and beginning the August recess early to avoid the release of the Epstein files, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the… Read More

Idaho Democrats Celebrate Appointment of Annie Henderson Haws to Represent District 16

July 22, 2025
On July 22, 2025, Governor Brad Little appointed Annie Henderson Haws to the Idaho House of Representatives, filling the District 16, Seat B vacancy. She will serve the remainder of the term through… Read More

6 Months In, Trump and Republicans Are Screwing Over Working Idahoans

July 20, 2025
As Idahoans endure 6 months of Donald Trump’s billionaires-first agenda, Idaho Democratic Party Spokesperson Avery Roberts released the following statement: “Trump said he’d… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Republicans Just Cut Lifesaving Care. Again.

July 18, 2025
When someone’s health fails or a child is born with a disability, families step up. They cancel plans, quit jobs, and do what needs to be done. But even the strongest families need help. For… Read More

Fulcher and Simpson Vote To Protect Trump and Hide the Epstein Files

July 16, 2025
In response to House Republicans voting to hide the Epstein files, Idaho Democratic Party Communications Director Avery Roberts released the following statement: “Russ Fulcher and Mike… Read More

Supreme Court Clears Path for Trump to Slash Education, Putting Idaho Classrooms at Risk

July 14, 2025
In response to the Supreme Court’s decision allowing Donald Trump to move forward with efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Trump Regime Steals School Funding, Republican Leaders Silent

July 11, 2025
Public schools are one of the few promises we make to every child. No matter your background, income, or ZIP code, your kids have a place to learn and prepare for their future. That promise only… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Our History of American Progress Marred by GOP's Backward Budget

July 4, 2025
Since our nation’s independence, the American story has been one of hard-won progress. We’ve been fighting to build a country where hard work means you can support your family and build… Read More

Simpson and Fulcher Sell Out Idahoans For Their New Constituents: Billionaires and Mega-Donors

July 3, 2025
In response to Republican Representative Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher passing the GOP’s devastating budget after closed-door meetings all day yesterday, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren… Read More

Idaho Democratic Party Opens Applications to Fill Legislative District 16 Vacancy

July 1, 2025
Following the resignation of a sitting representative in District 16, the Idaho Democratic Party has opened the application process to fill the vacant seat. The vacancy became official on June 29,… Read More

Risch and Crapo Vote to Gut Jobs, Reward Billionaires

July 1, 2025
In response to Republican Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo voting for the GOP’s devastating budget, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “For… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Idaho Families Will Pay the Price for the GOP Budget Mess

June 27, 2025
A strong economy needs stability. A balanced state budget requires honest math. Unfortunately, Republicans in power broke these basic rules. Chaotic economic policies, phony revenue projections, and… Read More

Three Years After Overturn of Roe v. Wade, Republican Politicians are Still Putting Idaho Women's Health in Danger

June 24, 2025
On the third anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Three years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court ripped away our… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Americans Reject Cruel Approach to Immigration

June 20, 2025
America needs a sensible, orderly immigration system that honors the contributions of immigrants and reflects our tradition of welcoming those who help build this country. What we have instead are… Read More