McGeachin announces run for Idaho governor

Idaho Lt. Governor Janice McGeachin announced Wednesday morning in Idaho Falls that she is now seeking the office of Idaho governor.

McGeachin is a conservative Republican and the first female lieutenant governor to serve the state of Idaho. She will be seeking the Republican nomination for Idaho governor in the state's Republican primary in 2022.

"What we have seen over the past year is unacceptable," McGeachin said in making the announcement. "The violations of our individual rights, our state sovereignty and our traditional conservative values are intolerable. I refuse to stand by and allow these abuses to go unchallenged. That would be a disservice to our state and a violation of my sworn oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the state of Idaho."

"I am not running for governor to be popular or because it is easy. This job is hard work and it requires making difficult decisions that aren't always appreciated. I am a proud Idahoan, a devout Christian, a proven and committed conservative, a devoted wife and mother, and — with your support — I will be the first woman to lead Idaho as governor," McGeachin said.

McGeachin said she sees the position of Idaho's governor as a solemn duty, and said the decision is not one she made lightly.

"I have made my decision prayerfully and with wise counsel from friends, family, and trusted advisors," she said.

McGeachin highlighted her campaign pillars of individual rights, state sovereignty, and our traditional conservative values, saying, "Here in Idaho, we believe in God-given, unalienable rights." She referenced her "100% pro-life voting record" and her efforts and accomplishments as a veteran state lawmaker and current lieutenant governor.