Jim Risch
Profile
James Elroy Risch is an American lawyer and politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Idaho since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the 31st Governor of Idaho and as the 39th Lieutenant Governor of Idaho. Throughout his career, Risch has held various state-level positions, including serving in the Idaho Senate. Known for his conservative political stance, he has focused on foreign policy, energy, and natural resources, notably chairing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee during the 116th Congress.
Details
- Born
- May 3, 1943 · 83 years old
- Birth place
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
- Education
- University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, University of Idaho
- Career
- Trial lawyer, Prosecuting attorney, Criminal law professor at Boise State University
