Crapo aid named Idaho Trump for President campaign director

Layne Bangerter has been named as State Campaign Director for the Trump for President campaign.

Bangerter has been a Boise-based staffer for U.S. Senator Mike Crapo for 13 years.

At the same time, the campaign named former Idaho Senate Majority Leader Rod Beck as Chairman and Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and First Lady Lori Otter as Honorary Chairs for the Trump for President campaign.

“I’m really pleased that Donald Trump has had the wisdom to hire Layne to keep us all laser-focused on the task at hand; to defeat Hillary Clinton this November. Lori and I know and respect Governor and Mrs. Pence and you cannot find a better fit than the Trump- Pence ticket,” said Governor Otter, “I stand ready to serve when and wherever needed in this campaign. Our in-state organization is united in purpose to elect Donald Trump and we all represent the vast spectrum of political ideals which draw us to support this highly successful businessman.”

Steve Yates, Idaho GOP Chairman, commenting on the appointment said, “I enjoy working with Layne and appreciate the focus and dedication we share to elect Mr. Trump and all Republicans in Idaho. Layne is undaunted in his commitment and it is important that our personalities and demeanor mix so well. I’m sure his experience and personal skills and reputation will raise all boats.”

Bangerter said the campaign was fully organized with Trump representatives in all 44 Idaho counties.