Representative Mike Simpson

The Simpson Standard

January 12th, 2025

Dear [salutation],

It was a busy week here in DC! Congress started the week off strong by certifying the historic election of President Donald J. Trump. I'm looking forward to working with President Trump and Vice President Vance on the America First Agenda. January 20th can't come soon enough!

Throughout the last four years under the Biden administration, violent criminals have poured over the border and into our communities. Tragically, innocent Americans like Laken Riley have been impacted by these open-border policies. House Republicans are working to put a stop to this by protecting American communities from criminal illegal aliens and strengthening our immigration laws.

Also, this week, I introduced a bill that would add a needed federal district judgeship to resolve currently understaffed and backlogged courts in Idaho. Throughout my time in Congress, I have fought for a more efficient and manageable court system in Idaho. Most recently, I supported the bipartisan and bicameral JUDGES Act. President Biden vetoed the JUDGES Act last month despite this legislation having broad support.

Certifying President Trump's Historic Election

This week, Congress certified the election of President Trump. It is an exciting time here in DC, and I look forward to working with him to advance policies that benefit Idaho and strengthen our nation.

Listen to my latest What's Happening in Washington here!

Laken Riley Act

Laken Riley's horrific murder at the hands of an illegal immigrant who was released into the United States by the Biden administration should have never happened.

I once again supported the Lake Riley Act on the House floor to ensure criminal illegal immigrants, like Laken's murderer, are detained and deported.

Adding a Third Federal Judge for Idaho

Justice for Idahoans is being delayed because our state desperately needs a third district judge. President Biden's veto of the bipartisan, bicameral JUDGES Act last month was a slap in the face to Americans who have been waiting far too long for their day in court.

My bill will alleviate overburdened judges, reduce the caseload backlog, and provide justice promptly. I will continue to fight to ensure this critical legislation gets across the finish line. Read my full statement and more about this bill here.