Christy Zito

Christy Zito is a candidate for State Senator District 8 Primary Election in 2026 in Idaho State Senate District 8, Idaho. Running as Republican.

Incumbent State Senator District 8 in ID

Also running: John H Garrett, Megan C Blanksma, Terry F. Gestrin.

Christy Zito is an Idaho State Senator representing District 8, a position she assumed in 2024, previously serving in the Idaho House and Senate District 23. Born in Utah, she has a background in farm and ranch management, is a business owner, mother of five, and grandmother of eleven. A Republican and self-described gun-rights activist, she sponsored legislation to expand concealed carry. Her core issues include stopping the "radical trans agenda," supporting the 2nd Amendment, securing borders, reducing property taxes, and advocating for school choice. She emphasizes faith, family, freedom, believing government should protect God-given rights and advance liberty.