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Phil McGrane

Phil McGrane

Incumbent Republican candidate for Secretary of State in Idaho

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NOV 7, 2026

Candidate Overview

Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.

Current roleSecretary of State

PartyRepublican

Political ideologyModerate Republican

GenderMale

LocationIdaho

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BackgroundPolitician

EducationUniversity of Washington — BA (Philosophy)

Notable personal detailsPhilip McGrane is an American politician serving as Idaho’s 28th Secretary of State, taking office on 2023-01-02. He previously worked in Ada County elections and later served as Ada County Clerk before winning the 2022 Idaho Secretary of State election. He earned a BA in philosophy from the University of Washington and later completed a JD at the University of Denver and an MPA at Boise State University.

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Political Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

Phil McGrane’s public campaign messaging emphasizes limited government and making government more accessible, transparent, and efficient for Idaho voters and businesses. His platform also highlights modernizing services for businesses and protecting conservative governing principles rather than expanding taxes or spending.

Public Safety & Guns

Phil McGrane’s publicly available candidate questionnaire did not provide answers on gun ownership restrictions, victims suing firearms dealers and manufacturers, or related criminal justice and public safety questions. His campaign materials emphasize conservative principles and limited government, but they do not state a specific gun policy position.

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