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Christopher "Chris" T. Trakel

Candidate for Idaho State Senate - District 11 in 2026 Idaho Primary Election.

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Christopher "Chris" T. Trakel

About Christopher "Chris" T. Trakel

Professional Experience
Idaho State Senate, Senator, District 11 (2021 - Present)
Grim's Wood Design, LLC, Small Business Owner (2017 - 2023)
US Marine Corps, Limited Duty Coordinator, 5th Marine Regiment (2016 - 2016)
US Marine Corps, Headquarters and Services Company Gunnery Sergeant, 2nd Battalion 4th Marines (2015 - 2015)
US Marine Corps, Infantry Unit Leader, 2nd Battalion 4th Marines (2009 - 2013)
US Marine Corps, SERE Instructor (2006 - 2009)
US Marine Corps, Sergeant of the Guard (2004 - 2006)
US Marine Corps, Squad Leader, 2nd Battalion 7th Marines (2003 - 2004)
US Marine Corps, Rifleman, 2nd Battalion 7th Marines (2001 - 2003)
Degrees
High School Diploma, Meridian High School (2000)

Taxes / Budget

Every tax dollar must be accounted for and spent with purpose. Trakel will eliminate wasteful government spending and ensure transparency at every level of the state house. Learn more

Trakel is committed to implementing expert fiscal strategies that reduce the tax burden on families and local businesses, keeping our district affordable for generations. Learn more

Election Information

Recent Candidacies
Idaho State Senate - District 11 in Idaho Primary Election
Idaho State Senate - District 11 in Idaho Primary Election
Idaho State Senate - District 11 in Idaho General Election
Idaho State Senate - District 11 in Idaho Primary Election
Caldwell City Mayor in Idaho Consolidated General Election

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