April 25, 2026

Former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne dies at 74

Dirk Kempthorne died at age 74 in Boise, Idaho, after being diagnosed with colon cancer last year.
He served as Idaho's governor and U.S. Interior Secretary, known for his environmental policies and efforts to evacuate U.S. citizens from Afghanistan during the 2021 crisis.
Kempthorne was a dedicated family man and is remembered for revitalizing Boise as mayor and for his impactful legislation during his time in the Senate.