News Release

Washington, DC – Members of the Idaho Congressional Delegation issued the following statement today in response to the capture of Hailey native, Pfc. Bowe Bergdahl, by Taliban forces in Afghanistan.

“Out of respect for Private First Class Bergdahl and his family, we have been declining to comment on his capture by the Taliban,” said Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch and Representatives Mike Simpson and Walt Minnick.  “With the Pentagon now confirming his identity, we add our thoughts and prayers with others for his reunion with family, friends and Army colleagues. Private Bergdahl represents Idaho and his nation courageously.  We remain ready to assist in whatever manner his family and the U.S. military so chooses.”