Rosholt Law Responds to Dispatch on KTVB Letter; Does the Letter Even Matter?

Before diving into Rosholt Law’s response, we want to address the “why” behind this story, as some Idaho Dispatch readers have raised that question.

Over the past year, controversy has engulfed Caldwell City Hall. Lawsuits have been filed against the mayor, police chief, and other members of the police department, while a recall effort is underway targeting certain city council members.

During this time, Rosholt Law has represented Police Chief Rex Ingram and four city council members.

Idaho Dispatch has previously reported on letters sent to Jim Hollis, the recall organizer, regarding comments he made online. We also covered the private investigator hired by the firm to visit a Canyon County woman’s home regarding online comments—though it remains unclear who commissioned that investigation. Finally, we’ve covered the KTVB letter.

The Context Behind the KTVB Story

Some citizens have asked why Idaho Dispatch published the KTVB story without all the details. One reason was its relevance to a broader narrative: Rosholt Law represents multiple Caldwell government entities, raising questions about who is funding the firm’s legal representation of various officials.

Additionally, publishing such stories often leads to new tips, as more people step forward with information.

To be clear, Idaho Dispatch is not suggesting that Rosholt Law has done anything illegal—every individual and entity has the right to legal representation. However, some Caldwell citizens have questioned why various factions in city government all rely on the same law firm, which, while legal, raises concerns about transparency.

Others have wondered whether government officials are attempting to silence dissent, while some argue that legal warnings in response to potential libel or slander are justified.

The KTVB letter, in isolation, might not seem like a major story. However, in the broader context of Caldwell’s political landscape and Rosholt Law’s involvement, it is undeniably relevant.

Rosholt Law’s Response

Two days ago, Rosholt Law provided Idaho Dispatch with an official response regarding its letter to KTVB. Here is the response in its entirety:

> Mr. Pruett, > > Please allow this email to respond to your inquiry concerning KTVB and the recent article your news outlet published on this topic. > > News agencies, including Idaho Dispatch, owe a heightened responsibility to the public in their reporting. When news agencies recklessly publish false information, they fail the public. This is what I believe your news outlet refers to as ‘fake news.’ While I will not be discussing specifics of any letter sent to KTVB, I will state that my client’s expectations are that news agencies exercise caution in reporting, so as not to mislead the public. When a news agency publishes confirmed inaccuracies, they owe a duty to the public to correct the report.

Idaho Dispatch’s Position

We fully agree that news agencies have a duty to uphold journalistic integrity and report responsibly. That is precisely why we strive to cover stories that others avoid—especially when they involve allegations of government misconduct or corruption.

Rosholt Law’s response suggests that Idaho Dispatch published false or inaccurate information. However, no documentation or specifics were provided regarding any alleged inaccuracies, meaning no correction can be made unless those details are shared.

Idaho Dispatch has always been willing to correct errors—we have done so in the past and will continue to do so when necessary.

Additionally, Rosholt Law’s statement does not clarify who their “client” is in this matter.

One thing is clear: If the letter sent to KTVB is made public, it could resolve uncertainties and provide a more complete understanding of the situation.

If the “client” in this case is a government official—such as Ingram, Mayor Jarom Wagoner, or a city council member—it is in the public’s best interest to know whether that official sought to intimidate KTVB, express frustration over coverage, or convey another intent entirely. It is certainly in the public’s best interest to know if city funds have been used in these representations.

In that sense, the KTVB letter is a critical component of this story.

If the contents of the letter differ from what sources have suggested, Idaho Dispatch is fully prepared to publish corrections.

For those with additional information on this matter or other tips, please reach out via the contact button at the top of our website. As always, sources are guaranteed anonymity.

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Tags: Andrea Rosholt, Caldwell, Greg Pruett, Idaho Dispatch, Jarom Wagoner, Jim Hollis, KTVB, Rex Ingram, Rosholt Law

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