Brad Little.
Governor of Idaho since 2019
- Reports this week
- 9
- Active events
- 6
- Connections
- 33
What's happening
Active this week
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The DOE initiative is considering Idaho for a new campus, involving the state and the Idaho National Laboratory, while Brad Little serves as Governor.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Brad Little appointed Charron as the new director of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.Some support2 reports
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The League of Women Voters set up a candidate forum for Brad Little in Boise on October 22, 2026.Some support1 report
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Brad Little is seeking his third term as governor of Idaho, facing challenges from John Stegner, while Raúl Labrador runs for attorney general.Well supported18 reports
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Brad Little, Erin Bingham, and others are contesting the Idaho gubernatorial election and House District 32B seat.Some support1 report
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Chris, who co-managed a super PAC, advised the Russia-aligned government of Republika Srpska and also advised Brad Little's campaign in Idaho.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Brad Little signed an order suspending inspections in Idaho, following a directive from Donald Trump regarding red tape.Well supported6 reports
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Governor directed state agencies to republish necessary rules reflecting conservative political principles.Some support1 report
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Logan Davis is seeking to represent a district in Blaine County, while Brad Little appointed Mollineaux to the board.Some support1 report
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Boyce owns a clinic in eastern Idaho, while Brad Little serves as Governor of the state.Some support1 report
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Idaho officials and foundations address fire issues, including a director appointment, a Governor's proclamation, and aid for Colorado fire victims.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Gov. Brad Little supports forest management initiatives and announces a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service in Idaho.Some support2 reports
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Brad Little is the Governor of Idaho, and the Idaho Department of Lands is a state agency.Well supported18 reports2 developments inside
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Idaho is a finalist for a national waste repository, and Brad Little initiated the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus proposal while the INL director participated in the state task force.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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The Pahsimeroi River, a tributary of the Upper Salmon River Basin, operates under the guidance of the Governor.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Governor Brad Little conducted a town hall tour across Idaho, joined by various state agency directors, to seek input from county residents.Some support1 report
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The State Board of Education in Idaho oversees K-20 education policy and funding, and is responsible for appointing board members.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Idaho Department of Commerce submitted recommendations regarding a tax incentive program, involving Brad Little.Some support1 report
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Idaho submits higher education budget requests, but the Governor refuses to fund enrollment workload adjustments.Some support1 report
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Idaho state government initiates its annual budget process while addressing financial constraints in public assistance programs.Some support2 reports
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Active fires are burning in Boundary County, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency to manage the crisis.Some support11 reports4 developments inside
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Brad Little announced that the state of Idaho has entered into the 287(g) agreement.Some support3 reports
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A protest took place at the Governor's office in Idaho.Some support1 report
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Governor Little addresses the management strategy for the Snake River in Idaho, focusing on lessons learned from past events and infrastructure like the Port of Stockton.Well supported3 reports
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Brad Little's administration in Idaho is currently facing severe fiscal challenges.Well supported7 reports
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Brad Little appointed Jason Scott to the Idaho Supreme Court.Some support1 report
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The Governor of Idaho is currently undergoing appraisal due to the ongoing fire season.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Jason Mercier critiqued Washington's spending, while Brad Little concurrently served as the Governor of Idaho.Some support2 reports
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Governor Brad Little announced the state of Idaho's positive cash balance.Well supported6 reports
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NOAA is monitoring climate patterns affecting the state, with Brad Little and Bob Ferguson also involved.Some support1 report
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Governor Brad Little signed an executive order in Idaho as the state participated in a nationwide commemoration.Some support1 report
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A state law (HB 752) was signed in Idaho and subsequently blocked by a judge's injunction.Well supported3 reports
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A judge ruled on a restrictive Idaho public restroom law, prompting a lawsuit by Lambda Legal and ACLU.Some support1 report
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Idaho faces a crisis as the state's firefighting budget is depleted, posing a serious threat to the state's growing businesses and agricultural sector.Some support1 report
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Mike Crapo and others voted on nominees, including Steve Pearce, who was pushed to sell off public lands.Some support1 report
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Perpetua's project, which provides the U.S. only domestic antimony source, is receiving high-level political support from government officials.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Brad Little
Events traced to Brad Little, step by step, newest first- How could the push for updated farm bill legislation affect Governor Brad Little?Idaho's agricultural sector may require state policy adaptation due to federal farm bill changesPossible
- Housing affordability crisis may force Governor Little to actThe housing affordability crisis may force the Governor to address zoning and tax reform.Possible
- Hospital concerns may push Governor Little toward healthcare reformGovernor Brad Little may face pressure to support new healthcare legislation after hospital industry presentationPossible
- How could Trump tariffs on Canadian goods affect Brad Little?Tariffs on Canadian goods may hurt Idaho's major export marketPossible
- How could the rural high-speed internet funding affect Brad Little?Idaho's rural internet funding could boost state infrastructure goalsLikely
- How could CBO estimates of national deficit impacts affect Brad Little?Idaho's economy may face higher inflation and interest rates due to national debtPossible
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- Freeze warning may prompt Governor Little to manage state responseFreeze warning may require Governor Little to coordinate state response to crop lossPossible
- Hostetler's drug policy push may require Governor Little's decisionHostetler's drug policy push may require Governor Little's decisionPossible
- Governor Brad Little must manage administrative fallout from union funding restrictionsGovernor Brad Little must manage administrative fallout from union funding restrictionsLikely
- Local school levies could shape state policy priorities for Governor LittleLocal school funding requests may influence state policy priorities for Governor LittlePossible
- How could the competition for a DOE nuclear campus affect Brad Little?Idaho's participation in DOE campus race requires major state commitmentsLikely
Around Brad Little this week
News at the entities that move Brad Little most-
Donald Trump StructuralTrump urged Ramaswamy to keep airing an ad, and DeWine endorsed Ramaswamy in the election.Moves Brad Little
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Chris TransactionalChris owns Cs Public Houses Ltd, operating a pub.Moves Brad Little
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Idaho StructuralLocal officials and community members, including Dale Reynolds and Tammy Nichols, are active in Nampa, Idaho.Moves Brad Little
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State Board of Education StructuralAn executive order in Missouri mandates a new school grading framework, with a department proposal submitted for board review.Moves Brad Little
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Idaho National Laboratory OperationalBiographical details about Dave Lent and Jan Brown, who worked at Idaho National Laboratory and lived in Eastern Idaho.Moves Brad Little
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Bannock County OperationalThe elections office for Bannock County is located in Pocatello.Moves Brad Little
Connections
The 26 strongest of 33, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Idaho Structural
Brad Little serves as the Governor of Idaho, exercising executive authority over state policy and legislation.
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John Stegner Operational
Brad Little and John Stegner are engaged in a direct political rivalry for the Idaho gubernatorial office.
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Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Structural
Brad Little, as Governor, exercises structural authority over the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare through policy approvals and appointments.
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Idaho Transportation Department Structural
Brad Little issues directives and orders to the Idaho Transportation Department regarding operations and policy.
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Idaho Department of Environmental Quality Structural
The relationship is defined by the executive leadership structure where the office of the Governor appoints and oversees the agency directors.
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State Board of Education Structural
Brad Little holds an appointment role that allows him to appoint members to the State Board of Education.
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Tom Schultz Operational
The entities jointly address, co-warn about, and discuss the severe regional wildfire crisis and resource strain in the Western United States.
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Donald Trump Structural
Brad Little's official actions and directives are shown to align with and follow Donald Trump's political brand and directives.
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Idaho Department of Lands Structural
Brad Little serves on the board of the Idaho Department of Lands.
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Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation Structural
The evidence suggests that Brad Little holds a leadership or appointed role within the structure of the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.
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Idaho Department of Commerce Transactional
The Idaho Department of Commerce submitted professional recommendations to Brad Little regarding a tax incentive program.
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Steve Pearce Operational
Both political figures are currently engaged in a policy contest regarding the proposal to sell off public lands.
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Cox Operational
Both governors signed a letter endorsing WestTEC.
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Idaho National Laboratory Operational
Brad Little established a formal operational collaboration with Idaho National Laboratory through an MOU with the DOE.
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Chris Transactional
Chris provided advisory services to Brad Little's political campaign in Idaho.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Shared context
Brad Little's professional context is shaped by the operational mandates and outlooks of the NOAA agency.
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Bannock County Operational
The individual (Brad Little) is involved in a governance dynamic where the office he holds seeks input from the residents of Bannock County.
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Emmett Shared context
Brad Little is a Republican whose background includes the location of Emmett.
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Ideal Shared context
The company Ideal is publicly promoted by the Governor within the shared political context.
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Boise Shared context
Brad Little operates within the context of Boise, Idaho.
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Twin Falls Shared context
Brad Little operates in a capacity related to the community of Twin Falls, as evidenced by official responses to local events.
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American Civil Liberties Union Mentioned together
A is mentioned in a snapshot regarding its demands on the government, but B is not mentioned in the evidence.
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League of Women Voters Shared context
The entities are contextually linked through political forums held in Boise, Idaho.
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Mark Gordon Operational
The two individuals interacted as fellow western governors and toured a nuclear plant.
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Marvin Richardson Mentioned together
No evidence of a relationship or interaction between Marvin Richardson and Brad Little.
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Blaine County Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not describe a relationship between Blaine County and Brad Little.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
9 events- Brad Little appointed Charron as the new director of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
- The League of Women Voters set up a candidate forum for Brad Little in Boise on October 22, 2026.
- Brad Little, Erin Bingham, and others are contesting the Idaho gubernatorial election and House District 32B seat.
- Chris, who co-managed a super PAC, advised the Russia-aligned government of Republika Srpska and also advised Brad Little's campaign in Idaho.
- Brad Little signed an order suspending inspections in Idaho, following a directive from Donald Trump regarding red tape.
- Governor directed state agencies to republish necessary rules reflecting conservative political principles.
- Logan Davis is seeking to represent a district in Blaine County, while Brad Little appointed Mollineaux to the board.
- Boyce owns a clinic in eastern Idaho, while Brad Little serves as Governor of the state.
- Gov. Brad Little supports forest management initiatives and announces a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service in Idaho.
September 2026
8 events- The Pahsimeroi River, a tributary of the Upper Salmon River Basin, operates under the guidance of the Governor.
- Governor Brad Little conducted a town hall tour across Idaho, joined by various state agency directors, to seek input from county residents.
- The State Board of Education in Idaho oversees K-20 education policy and funding, and is responsible for appointing board members.
- The Idaho Department of Commerce submitted recommendations regarding a tax incentive program, involving Brad Little.
- Idaho submits higher education budget requests, but the Governor refuses to fund enrollment workload adjustments.
- Idaho state government initiates its annual budget process while addressing financial constraints in public assistance programs.
- Brad Little announced that the state of Idaho has entered into the 287(g) agreement.
- A protest took place at the Governor's office in Idaho.
August 2026
4 events- Idaho is a finalist for a national waste repository, and Brad Little initiated the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus proposal while the INL director participated in the state task force.
- Governor Little addresses the management strategy for the Snake River in Idaho, focusing on lessons learned from past events and infrastructure like the Port of Stockton.
- Brad Little appointed Jason Scott to the Idaho Supreme Court.
- The Governor of Idaho is currently undergoing appraisal due to the ongoing fire season.
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July 2026
6 events- The DOE initiative is considering Idaho for a new campus, involving the state and the Idaho National Laboratory, while Brad Little serves as Governor.
- Idaho officials and foundations address fire issues, including a director appointment, a Governor's proclamation, and aid for Colorado fire victims.
- Active fires are burning in Boundary County, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency to manage the crisis.
- Brad Little's administration in Idaho is currently facing severe fiscal challenges.
- Jason Mercier critiqued Washington's spending, while Brad Little concurrently served as the Governor of Idaho.
- Governor Brad Little announced the state of Idaho's positive cash balance.
June 2026
9 events- Brad Little is seeking his third term as governor of Idaho, facing challenges from John Stegner, while Raúl Labrador runs for attorney general.
- Brad Little is the Governor of Idaho, and the Idaho Department of Lands is a state agency.
- NOAA is monitoring climate patterns affecting the state, with Brad Little and Bob Ferguson also involved.
- Governor Brad Little signed an executive order in Idaho as the state participated in a nationwide commemoration.
- A state law (HB 752) was signed in Idaho and subsequently blocked by a judge's injunction.
- A judge ruled on a restrictive Idaho public restroom law, prompting a lawsuit by Lambda Legal and ACLU.
- Idaho faces a crisis as the state's firefighting budget is depleted, posing a serious threat to the state's growing businesses and agricultural sector.
- Mike Crapo and others voted on nominees, including Steve Pearce, who was pushed to sell off public lands.
- Perpetua's project, which provides the U.S. only domestic antimony source, is receiving high-level political support from government officials.