Mike Crapo

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Mike Crapo

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth May 20, 1951 (Age: 75)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Mike Crapo holds a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, in political science from Brigham Young University and a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Harvard Law School. He began his career in law, serving as a clerk for a federal appellate judge. Crapo transitioned into state politics, serving in the Idaho Senate and later the U.S. House of Representatives before being elected to the U.S. Senate. His professional background includes leadership roles in both state and federal legislative bodies.

Political Ideas

Mike Crapo's political identity is marked by a staunch conservatism that is both deeply rooted and strategically nuanced. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Despite his conservative leanings, Crapo supports progressive health policies like early detection tests for cancer, showcasing an ideological flexibility that challenges conventional categorizations. His personal life, including his religious affiliations and history as an Eagle Scout, adds layers to his public persona, hinting at a multifaceted approach to policymaking.

Campaigns
2022: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator in Idaho, 2022

358,539 votes

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
Member
Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection
Member
Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development
Member
Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, and Investment
Member
Budget
Member
Finance
Chair
Subcommittee on Energy, Natural Resources, and Infrastructure
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Health Care
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on International Trade, Customs, and Global Competitiveness
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight
Ex Officio
Joint Taxation
Vice Chair
2016: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Idaho

449,017 votes (66.13%)

Win

Idaho Republican primary election

119,633 votes

Win
2010: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Idaho

319,953 votes (71.17%)

Win

Idaho Republican primary election

127,332 votes

Win
2004: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Idaho

499,796 votes (99.18%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senate election in Idaho

262,966 votes (69.54%)

Win

U.S. Senate Republican primary results

110,205 votes (87.27%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Idaho House of Representatives 2nd District

Loss

Winner: Mike Simpson

1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Idaho House of Representatives 2nd District

68.77% of vote

Win
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Idaho House of Representatives 2nd District

75.00% of vote

Win
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Idaho House of Representatives 2nd District

60.80% of vote

Win