Former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorn Dies At 74
Former Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorn has died at age 74. His family confirmed the death, noting he had been diagnosed with colon cancer last year. Kempthorn served in high-level federal and state capacities in the United States. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorn died on Friday, April 24, 2026. His family confirmed his death in a written statement in Boise.
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WBAL Baltimore
“Former Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorn has died at 74, says his family.”
WAMU 88.5 DC
“Former Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorn has died in a written statement. His family said he died Friday, 9th and Boise.”
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