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James E. Risch

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James E. Risch is a prominent American politician currently serving as a U.S. Senator from Idaho. A member of the Republican Party, Risch has been in office since 2009, having previously served as the Lieutenant Governor of Idaho from 2006 to 2009. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on various issues including national security, foreign relations, and economic development. Risch has been an advocate for a strong U.S. presence on the global stage, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and legislative action in addressing international crises.

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Feb 15, 2023

Addressing this threat will require greater awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, better coordination of local, state, and federal law enforcement resources for mental health, and effective--very effective--international cooperation.

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Feb 15, 2023

I cringe every time I hear somebody from the Administration say, oh, well, the border is secure.

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Feb 15, 2023

I do not know what the path forward is. I guess that is your guys' job, but you need to come up with something to get their attention.

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Feb 9, 2023

China is certainly our high priority in this legislative session as we go forward.

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Feb 9, 2023

The Chinese Government's tacit endorsement of this massive drug trade is just not right.

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Feb 9, 2023

The Biden administration said over and over again that it supports security assistance to Taiwan. However, it did nothing to advocate for Taiwan during the appropriations process.

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Feb 9, 2023

China is certainly our high priority in this legislative session as we go forward.

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Feb 9, 2023

Nothing is more urgent than ensuring Taiwan has the capabilities and training to deter Chinese aggression.

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Feb 9, 2023

I have said for years that we Republicans and Democrats--the executive and legislative branch--have to work together if we are going to confront what China is doing.

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Feb 9, 2023

The United States has to step up and defend democratic values, not just the might of our military, but the power of our diplomatic persuasion.

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Feb 9, 2023

Nothing is more urgent than ensuring Taiwan has the capabilities and training to deter Chinese aggression.

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Feb 9, 2023

I have said for years that we Republicans and Democrats--the executive and legislative branch--have to work together if we are going to confront what China is doing.

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