Political consultant Chris LaCivita, whom New York Times recently reported received hundreds of thousands of dollars to advise the Russia-aligned government of Republika Srpska, was named a senior adviser to Idaho Gov. Brad Little's reelection campaign in February.

According to a New York Times report published Oct. 6, LaCivita and another adviser traveled to Republika Srpska, one of the two entities that make up Bosnia and Herzegovina, to advise that government ahead of its recent election.

The Times and other national outlets identified LaCivita as co-manager of President Donald Trump's 2024 election campaign and a senior adviser to the MAGA Inc. super PAC. While he is best known for his work with Trump and MAGA Inc., LaCivita has also worked in Idaho politics.

In February, Little announced that LaCivita had joined the Brad Little for Governor campaign as a senior adviser. The newspaper's findings were published roughly seven months after that announcement, drawing new attention to the overlap between LaCivita's work for an American gubernatorial campaign and his paid advising for a foreign government.

"Chris' immense experience and understanding of political campaigns and strategy in races all across the country will be a huge asset to our campaign operation," Little said in a written statement issued Feb. 26. "His insight and ability to deliver winning messages and tactics are unparalleled. I am glad to have him on the team."

LaCivita also issued a written statement at the time, saying he was excited to help Little win reelection in Idaho.

"Joining the Brad Little for Governor campaign is a great honor and opportunity," LaCivita said. "Gov. Little has been delivering results for Idahoans, and he is just getting started. I look forward to working with his team to keep Idaho one of the best states in the country."

Efforts to reach LaCivita this week were unsuccessful. Little's campaign manager, Joan Vargas, did not respond to multiple requests from the Idaho Capital Sun asking whether LaCivita still serves as a senior adviser to Little, or whether the governor knew about the trip to Republika Srpska. It was not immediately clear what work LaCivita performed for the campaign, or whether he remains in his advisory role. Until those questions are answered, the full extent of the overlap between LaCivita's Idaho campaign role and his international consulting work remains unknown.

In its report, the New York Times noted that political consultants commonly work with foreign candidates and governments as well. The newspaper said LaCivita's trip to Republika Srpska was nonetheless notable because it took place while he was working to help Trump-aligned candidates in the Nov. 3 midterm elections.