BOISE, ID — Newly released polling data from a statewide survey of likely 2026 voters in Idaho shows Independent candidate Todd Achilles jumping to a 5-point lead over incumbent Republican Senator Jim Risch when voters are offered a direct head-to-head choice. Date: August 19, 2026 Contact: Brett Loyd, The Bullfinch Group Email: Info@thebullfinchgroup.com Key Takeaways 1. Achilles Takes the Lead in Two-Way Ballot Test When voters are asked to choose directly between the incum

The Bullfinch Group conducted a nationwide online survey fielded August 14-17, 2026, among 1,200 adults, of which n1,000 respondents were registered voters. Sampling controls were used to ensure that a proportional and representative number of respondents were interviewed from demographic groups such as age, gender, political affiliation, race, and geographic region. Overall margin of error is ±2.83% at the 95% confidence interval for adults. Margin of error for registered vo

New Idaho Poll: Recent statewide polling of likely 2026 voters in Idaho shows Independent Todd Achilles in an exceptionally strong position against incumbent Republican Senator Jim Risch. Achilles trails Risch by just 4 percentage points while boasting a stellar net favorability rating and huge room for growth. Date: August 13, 2026 Contact: Brett Loyd, The Bullfinch Group Email: Info@thebullfinchgroup.com Key Takeaways 1. A Virtual Dead Heat in a Red State Despite Idaho’s Re