Gov. Butch Otter has endorsed in two GOP Senate primaries — going against two incumbent lawmakers. In a head-to-head match forced by legislative redistricting, Otter is choosing Rogerson Sen. Bert Brackett over Tim Corder of Mountain Home, chairman of the Local Government and Taxation Committee. Last week, Otter endorsed former Canyon County Commissioner Todd Lakey over Rep. Robert Schaefer, R-Nampa, a 28-year House member seeking to move to the state Senate. While Brackett has been a reliable conservative vote in the Senate, Corder has been something of a moderate wild card. So, is there an element of payback? Maybe. Otter’s endorsement points out Brackett’s support of Students Come First, the K-12 overhaul backed by Otter and state schools superintendent Tom Luna. Corder opposed the bills/Kevin Richert, Idaho Statesman. More here.

Question: Should Gov. Otter weigh in on GOPrimary races involving incumbent lawmakers?