Two native Idahoans were featured in news stories during June — one received plaudits upon his departure from this mortal world, the other demonstrated her legal prowess on the national stage. The sad news was the passing of John Peavey, a former state senator who had a substantial impact on Idaho’s environment, water policy and political campaign transparency. Most Idahoans do not know that the solicitor general of the United States was born, raised and educated in Boise. SCOTUS tossed out the case for lack of standing in June, much to the chagrin of the state AGs. Those who are knowledgeable in legal circles regard Idaho’s Elizabeth Prelogar as one of the best solicitor generals ever, a supreme advocate.

Source: Washington Post July 03, 2024 08:03 UTC