Idaho House candidates clash in debate

U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador exchanged jabs with his Democratic challenger James Piotrowski during their first and only time on a debate stage in their fight for Idaho’s 1st Congressional District.

Monday’s hour-long debate was hosted by KTVB-TV in Boise. The two candidates are not scheduled to face off in any future debates.

Piotrowski, a Boise attorney, spent most of his time attacking Labrador’s voting record and failure to pass any significant bills on immigration reform.

However, Labrador – a three-term congressman and tea party favorite – countered by accusing Piotrowski of lying and asking if the Democratic challenger knew how to read.

Labrador added that he often votes on budget bills that add unnecessary spending.