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Michael K. Simpson

Republican
US Congress Twitter/X
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#311
X Rank
10,291
Benchmarker Score
127
Posts
6,197
Likes
2,047
Comments
49
Avg Likes
16
Avg Comments
8,244
Total Engagement
65
Engagement Rate
8.9
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Daily
Posting Regularity
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29,921 followers

Data last refreshed: July 18, 2026

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20 posts

Proud to support @MarioDB’s FY27 NSRP @HouseAppropsGOP Bill. This legislation champions America First foreign policy, bolsters our national security and counters our adversaries. Another fiscall...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Federal Budget Pentagon Budget Armed Forces Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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“No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made by Law.” Curious about the federal funding process? Check out Appropriations 101 here: https://t.co/oPFMXNbjST

Legislative & Congressional Activity Federal Budget Jul 14, 2026 View on X
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Every Idahoan I've talked to dreads the seasonal time change. I don't blame them. I've been supportive of making daylight savings time permanent, and just voted YES on the Sunshine Protection Act.

Legislative & Congressional Activity N/A Jul 14, 2026 View on X
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Fentanyl deaths dropped 22% in a single year. Drug overdose deaths fell 14% in a single year. America recorded its lowest overall death rate ever in 2025. Policies matter.

Healthcare & Social Programs Fentanyl Opioid Crisis Public Health Jul 14, 2026 View on X
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God bless President Trump. Fight, fight, fight! 🇺🇸

Public Engagement & Campaigning MAGA Endorsements Jul 13, 2026 View on X
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I’m saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham. He dedicated his life to public service, serving the people of South Carolina well. He was a dear friend and colleague to ma...

Personal & Human Interest N/A Jul 12, 2026 View on X
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As Idaho's only appropriator, it is my honor to fight for meaningful projects that benefit our communities, like reconstructing the Shoshone Bannock Tribe Fire Station. https://t.co/h0gSoXmWvm

District & State Issues Tribal Affairs Infrastructure Bill Jul 11, 2026 View on X
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Fourth criticality achieved before July 4th. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Welcome to the nuclear renaissance under @POTUS and @SecretaryWright. @INL, the world’s leading nuclear Lab, is right at the heart of it!

Environment & Energy Nuclear Energy Clean Energy Jul 06, 2026 View on X
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How fortunate we are to call the United States of America our home. Today, we celebrate 250 years of the freest nation in the world. America is the greatest nation God has ever given to man, and w...

Personal & Human Interest Armed Forces Jul 04, 2026 View on X
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Happy Idaho Statehood Day! The Gem State became the 43rd state 136 years ago! From the Sawtooth Mountains to Redfish Lake, our state is truly special. We are lucky to call it home! https://t.co/86...

District & State Issues N/A Jul 03, 2026 View on X
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.@MicronTech INVESTING in @TrumpAccounts! 👏 President Trump is right - these visionary accounts will help jumpstart the American Dream and set up future generations for SUCCESS. I’m incredibly...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Semiconductors Jul 01, 2026 View on X
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We are approaching one year of the WORKING FAMILIES TAX CUTS! I've said this several times, but worth repeating: this was arguably one of the most consequential votes I've cast in Congress. This t...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Tax Reform Income Tax Social Security Wages & Pay Jul 01, 2026 View on X
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Let's go @BroncoSports!!

Culture, Media & Sports Sports & Olympics Jul 01, 2026 View on X
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As America approaches its 250th birthday, we are witnessing history unfold right in our backyard. Congratulations to @ENERGY for fulfilling last year's commitment of three advanced reactor critic...

Environment & Energy Nuclear Energy Executive Orders Jul 01, 2026 View on X
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Great news from @MicronTech as we approach the one-year anniversary of the WORKING FAMILIES TAX CUTS! Trump Accounts, arguably one of the most important provisions in this bill, invests in future ...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Tax Reform Income Tax Jun 30, 2026 View on X
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WINNING. https://t.co/zod2X1lqD2

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Men do not belong in women's sports. Common sense. A major victory is correct!

Culture, Media & Sports Sports & Olympics LGBTQ+ Rights Jun 30, 2026 View on X
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Today is a historic day for female athletes in America. The Supreme Court’s decision in State of Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. has confirmed what we have known all along: men have no ...

Culture, Media & Sports Title IX Sports & Olympics Supreme Court Jun 30, 2026 View on X
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The Idaho booth is great! Thanks for highlighting, @RepBaumgartner! What a shame about Washington...

District & State Issues N/A Jun 29, 2026 View on X
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Every. Single. Democrat.

Party Politics & Leadership Democratic Party Jun 26, 2026 View on X
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Rank History

Jul 2026
-7 #311
Jun 2026
-33 #304
May 2026
-49 #271
Apr 2026
#222

Content Categories

Legislative & Congressional Activity 25
Economic Policy & Federal Budget 16
Personal & Human Interest 15
Environment & Energy 10
District & State Issues 9

Topics & Themes

Federal Budget Armed Forces Tax Reform Conservation Nuclear Energy Sports & Olympics Income Tax Farm Bill Police Reform Clean Energy Wages & Pay CBP Water Quality Water Infrastructure K-12 Education EPA Middle East Government Shutdown Veterans Affairs Nuclear Weapons

Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 126 of 503 in US Congress

Posts
315
Michael: 167 ↓
Likes
336,867
Michael: 19,492 ↓
Comments
31,018
Michael: 3,132 ↓
Avg Likes
873.7
Michael: 116.7 ↓
Avg Comments
84.0
Michael: 18.8 ↓
Benchmarker Score
398,903
Michael: 25,756 ↓
Posts/Week
17.1
Michael: 8.9 ↓
Avg Post Length
237 chars
Michael: 187 ↓
Trending Topics (Top Quartile)
Armed Forces Middle East Federal Budget ICE Voting Rights