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With four days left until the US midterm elections, Democrats hold a significant lead in national polls, while President Trump abandons in-person rallies in favor of a virtual blitz. A legal dispute in Alaska threatens to delay Senate certification, and both parties are intensifying efforts in swing states amid voter frustration over economic conditions.
The Justice Department has filed a preemptive lawsuit to prevent Alaska from certifying its U.S. Senate election results if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses, citing potential voter confusion caused by a second candidate with a similar name. Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the move as a necessary legal safeguard, while critics and Democrats label it an unprecedented federal overreach.
The Trump administration has sued to block Alaska from certifying its US Senate race if Republican incumbent Dan S. Sullivan loses narrowly, citing voter confusion from a second candidate named Dan J. Sullivan. Legal experts and state officials call the move an unprecedented federal overreach with no merit, while the DOJ argues it protects election integrity.
Incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan is betting on close alignment with President Trump to win reelection in Alaska, despite a tight race against Democrat Mary Peltola. Sullivan refused to distance himself from unpopular policies, including the Iran war and Russian diesel imports, arguing that his proximity to the White House makes him an effective operator. Peltola, who leads in some polls, focused on rising costs and criticized Sullivan’s wealth and post-congressional lobbying. The race is a critical linchpin for Senate control, with Trump viewing Alaska, Ohio, and Iowa as essential to maintaining GOP majorities.
Sen. Dan Sullivan is maintaining a close alliance with President Donald Trump in the tight Alaska Senate race, refusing to distance himself from unpopular policies despite economic concerns. Trump campaigned for Sullivan in Wasilla, while Democratic challenger Mary Peltola criticized the Iran war and rising costs. The race remains a critical toss-up for Senate control, with both sides mobilizing voters amid high gas prices and logistical challenges.
Mary Peltola is emerging as a slight favorite to unseat Republican Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaska, with recent polls showing a narrow lead. Her campaign emphasizes her unique blend of pro-oil and pro-environment stances, resonating with both rural and Native voters. The race is now seen as one of the most competitive in the 2026 midterms.
Despite a New York Times report detailing Mary Peltola’s use of slurs and physical aggression toward staff, Alaskan voters remain largely unmoved, with many prioritizing the Democratic chance to flip the Senate seat over personal character concerns. The race against incumbent Dan Sullivan remains tight, with both sides framing the controversy through partisan lenses.
Former Rep. Mary Peltola, the Democratic frontrunner for the U.S. Senate in Alaska, faces intense scrutiny after a New York Times report detailed allegations of volatile behavior by former aides. The campaign denies a pattern of abuse, attributing incidents to severe personal grief, while Republican opponent Dan Sullivan’s team calls the claims a disturbing track record. The controversy threatens to impact a closely watched race that could determine control of the Senate.
Dan J. Sullivan, a former teacher and logger, has officially advanced to the general election in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race, joining incumbent Republican Dan S. Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola. This creates a three-way contest on November 3, with a fourth candidate yet to be determined. The presence of two candidates with nearly identical names has raised concerns about voter confusion and vote-splitting, particularly under Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system. While some argue the system mitigates the risk, others fear it could impact a potentially close race for the Senate majority.
Incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan and former Democrat Mary Peltola have secured spots in the November general election for Alaska’s Senate seat. The non-partisan primary saw Peltola lead with 48% of the vote against Sullivan’s 42.8%, while a namesake rival, Dan J. Sullivan, placed third. The race is pivotal for Senate control, featuring intense ad spending and disputes over voter confusion tactics.
Florida voters selected Rep. Byron Donalds as the Republican gubernatorial nominee and former Rep. David Jolly as the Democratic candidate, while state Rep. Angie Nixon won the Democratic Senate primary despite massive fundraising disadvantages. In Alaska, Sen. Dan Sullivan and former Rep. Mary Peltola advanced to a ranked-choice general election, and Wyoming voters rejected the Trump-endorsed gubernatorial candidate.
Tuesday’s primaries in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming produced decisive outcomes that reshape the 2026 midterm landscape. In Florida, Rep. Byron Donalds secured the Republican gubernatorial nomination, while former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic nod. A major shift occurred in the U.S. Senate race, where progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon defeated veteran Alex Vindman, signaling a leftward pivot despite fundraising disparities. In Alaska, incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan and former Rep. Mary Peltola advanced to the general election, though a same-name challenger remains a wildcard. Wyoming voters chose Harriet Hageman as the GOP Senate nominee, while California’s 14th District runoff saw Aisha Wahab maintain a lead over Melissa Hernandez.
NBC News projects that incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola will advance to the November general election in Alaska. The race is complicated by a federal investigation into a second candidate named Dan J. Sullivan, whom GOP allies accuse of being a Democratic plant to confuse voters. Peltola has out-raised Sullivan, raising $18 million compared to his $12 million, though Sullivan retains more cash on hand. Democrats view the seat as a key target to flip the Senate majority, despite the state’s recent Republican lean in presidential elections.
Tuesday's primaries in Florida and Alaska highlight the impact of Republican-led redistricting and unusual ballot quirks. In Alaska, incumbent Dan Sullivan faces a rival with the same name, while in Florida, redrawn maps have forced candidates into new districts. These contests serve as early indicators for the November midterms, where control of Congress is at stake.
Former Rep. Mary Peltola kicked off her Alaska Senate bid with a $1.5 million haul in the first 24 hours, fueled by small-dollar donors across Alaska (96% of gifts were $100 or less). Sullivan entered the race with roughly $4.8 million in cash on hand after a $1.2 million haul in Q3. The campaign also drew support from prominent Democrats who urged donations, and Peltola’s team said it recruited more than 500 volunteers on day one.