Shoshone County Lincoln Day: The CSPOA, Constitutional Sheriffs, and the Battle for Freedom
Sheriff Richard Mack keynote speaker, packed a suitcase of compassion for America and the rule of law
Shoshone County Republicans packed the room for this year’s Lincoln Day Dinner, turning what used to be a routine political gathering into something that felt more like a rally for accountability, constitutional government, and local control. Between candidate speeches, legislative updates, and a steady stream of auction items, the message was clear: voters here are paying attention, and they’re tired of being treated like they aren’t.
Several candidates and officials took the microphone to outline what they believe the county and state need moving forward. The crowd heard from Shoshone County Sheriff Shawn Wehr, who emphasized “constitutional policing” as not only a moral obligation but also a practical safeguard against liability, lawsuits, and taxpayer-funded settlements. His remarks struck a chord in a county where distrust of government overreach runs deep.
Idaho GOP leadership and lawmakers also used the night to push a familiar theme: the Republican brand must mean something. Kootenai County Republican Central Committee Chair Brent Regan warned against so-called “Republicans” who campaign as conservatives but vote like Democrats once they reach Boise.
Idaho State Rep (District 2A) Heather Scott gave a rundown of the Idaho Freedom Caucus agenda and touted recent legislative victories, including bills aimed at limiting digital IDs, expanding state sovereignty authority, and pushing back against federal influence.
Rep. Dale Hawkins (District 2B) followed with a blunt focus on illegal immigration costs, warning Idaho taxpayers are footing the bill without even having accurate numbers on the scale of the issue.
As the event wrapped up, the tone shifted after news broke of an apparent shooting involving President Donald Trump at a Correspondents’ Dinner event in Washington DC. The room paused for prayer, reinforcing the seriousness and intensity of the political moment the country is in.
Lincoln Day in Shoshone County wasn’t polished or scripted. It was rural Idaho politics in its raw form: a room full of people who believe their county matters, their votes matter, and their Constitution still means something. Whether you agree with every speaker or not, the takeaway is simple: Shoshone County is not asleep, and the people here are preparing for a fight at the ballot box.
Sheriff Mack endorsed Shawn Wehr for Shoshone County Sheriff.
For more information about the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association visit CSPOA.ORG.
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