Idaho's Hotly Contested Congressional Race | Boise News

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Idaho’s first congressional district is heating up for a showdown this November, with incumbent Republican Russ Fulcher locked in a three-way battle against Democrat Kaylee Peterson and independent Sarah Zabel — plus a Constitution Party challenger, Brendan Gomez. The race centers on big-ticket issues: soaring living costs, healthcare reform, immigration, and public lands. Peterson wants a single-payer system; Zabel pushes for market transparency and expanded visas across sectors; Fulcher favors private insurance options and smarter federal land management — while opposing sales. Campaign…