From Intern to Staff Assistant
Max Harris has been appointed to a Staff Assistant role in the personal office of Sen. James Risch (R-ID), beginning January 1, 2026. Harris brings prior experience within the senator's operation, having served as a District Intern in Risch's office from May through August 2025. As a Staff Assistant in the senator's personal office, Harris joins the core team supporting Risch's day-to-day operations and constituent services.
The Office He Helps Run
Sen. Risch serves on multiple committees that shape his office's legislative priorities, including the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control, and the Senate Select Committee on Ethics.
The Senate staff assistant appointment places Harris within an office managing a diverse portfolio of legislative interests spanning foreign policy, energy matters, and drug enforcement.
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