Past Campaign
United States Senator Idaho
Primary election
Past campaign details are available on the full race page.
David Roth's campaign has reported raising $14,627 and spending $14,803 to the Federal Election Commission.
David Roth grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho. A non-profit leader, his career experience includes serving as executive director of the Bonneville Youth Development Council and on boards for Habitat for Humanity and the Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen. Currently a member of the DNC, he is running as a Democrat for U.S. Senate in Idaho in 2026. Roth advocates for Medicare for All, lowering housing costs, and a living wage to support Idaho families. He previously ran for U.S. Senate in 2022, becoming Idaho's first openly gay statewide nominee. His campaign emphasizes grassroots efforts and strong county support.
David Roth has a recorded position on seven issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.
Supports substantial government investment in housing so Idaho families can afford a home.
“more substantial government housing investments”
idahocapitalsun.comAs of July 2026
Supports banning congressional stock trading, ending Citizens United, congressional term limits, and a stronger lobbying cooling-off period.
“Ban congressional stock trading - no member of Congress should profit from inside information. End Citizens United - get big money out of politics and put Idaho voters back in charge.”
Supports keeping public lands in public hands, opposing privatization and land transfers, while protecting access for hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping.
“Public lands belong to the public - Idaho's lands stay in public hands, not sold of to the highest bidder. Oppose privatization and land grabs that would lock Idahoans out and raise costs for access.”
Supports common-sense gun safety legislation while recognizing the Second Amendment; designated a Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate.
“Moms Demand Action has once again awarded me the distinction of being a Gun Sense Candidate. I have consistently supported common sense gun legislation that protects citizens while recognizing the importance and intent of the Second Amendment.”
Supports single-payer Medicare for All: every Idahoan gets coverage regardless of job, income, age, or pre-existing condition; end medical debt; keep rural hospitals open.
“Roth said he wanted to push forward progressive ideas, such a single-payer health care system and more substantial government housing investments.”
idahocapitalsun.comAs of July 2026
Supports a lawful and humane immigration system: due process, keeping families together, a path to citizenship for Dreamers, and enforcement focused on genuine threats.
“We need a serious immigration system-and we need it to be both lawful and humane. ... Create real legal pathways-including a path to citizenship for Dreamers and stable work visa programs that reflect the reality of year-round industries like dairy and agriculture.”
rothforidaho.substack.comAs of January 2026
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