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politics7 hours ago

Peltola's Record $17M Haul Signals Shift in Alaska's Pivotal Senate Battle

Former Representative Mary Peltola raised $17 million in the third quarter, a record for an Alaska Senate candidate, as the state emerges as a critical battleground. This surge in funding helps her compete with incumbent Dan Sullivan in a tight race that could determine control of the U.S. Senate. While Peltola emphasizes local issues like fisheries and energy costs, Sullivan benefits from high-profile Republican support, including a recent visit by President Trump.

via Politico|
#2026-midterms#alaska-senate-race#campaign-finance
Trump to Headline Wasilla Rally as GOP Pushes to Hold Alaska Senate Seat
politics5 days ago

Trump to Headline Wasilla Rally as GOP Pushes to Hold Alaska Senate Seat

President Donald Trump will hold a campaign rally in Wasilla, Alaska, on October 13, following Vice President JD Vance’s recent visit. The event supports Republican Senator Dan Sullivan’s reelection bid against Democrat Mary Peltola, a race considered pivotal for Senate control. While polls show a tight contest, Republican strategists emphasize the state’s unique demographics and the high stakes of retaining the seat.

via Alaska's News Source|
#alaska#dan-sullivan#jd-vance
Vance pledges $400M for Alaska grid, attacks Peltola in tight Senate race
politics6 days ago

Vance pledges $400M for Alaska grid, attacks Peltola in tight Senate race

Vice President JD Vance visited Fairbanks, Alaska, on Monday to support Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections. He announced a $400 million federal investment in the state's energy grid, specifically for a new transmission line between Beluga and Healy. Vance and Senator Dan Sullivan criticized Democratic opponent Mary Peltola for her past voting record on energy and alleged mistreatment of staff. The rally occurred amid a tight Senate race and ongoing tensions regarding the Iran conflict.

via KUAC|
#alaska#dan-sullivan#jd-vance
Alaska Voters Dismiss Peltola Abuse Claims, Prioritizing Senate Control
politics18 days ago

Alaska Voters Dismiss Peltola Abuse Claims, Prioritizing Senate Control

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.

via The New York Times|
#alaska-senate#dan-sullivan#mary-peltola
Alaska Senate race heats up as Peltola faces staff abuse allegations
politics18 days ago

Alaska Senate race heats up as Peltola faces staff abuse allegations

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.

via CNN|
#2026-midterms#alaska-senate#dan-sullivan
Alaska's 2026 Senate Race: Fish, Tariffs, and the Independent Voter's Dilemma
politics23 days ago

Alaska's 2026 Senate Race: Fish, Tariffs, and the Independent Voter's Dilemma

Alaska's competitive Senate race pits incumbent Dan Sullivan against Democrat Mary Peltola, with independent voters prioritizing authenticity and fisheries protection over party lines. Sullivan faces criticism for supporting tariffs that raise costs, while Peltola leverages her Native heritage and anti-trawling stance to appeal to the state's large nonpartisan electorate.

via HuffPost|
#alaska-senate-race#dan-sullivan#fisheries-policy
Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan Faces Tariff Backlash in Close Race Against Peltola
politics29 days ago

Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan Faces Tariff Backlash in Close Race Against Peltola

Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan is navigating a difficult political landscape by supporting President Trump’s tariffs in Washington while remaining silent on the issue at home. His brother, Frank Sullivan, CEO of RPM International, has described the tariffs as a major financial headache, leading to higher consumer prices and supply chain disruptions. Despite these challenges, RPM has maintained dividend growth, benefiting Senator Sullivan’s personal holdings. Democrats are leveraging rising costs to challenge Sullivan in a close re-election bid, highlighting the tension between national party loyalty and local economic concerns.

via The New York Times|
#alaska-senate-race#dan-sullivan#mary-peltola
Alaska Senate Debate: Sullivan's Glance at Peltola's Answer Sparks Viral Controversy
politics29 days ago

Alaska Senate Debate: Sullivan's Glance at Peltola's Answer Sparks Viral Controversy

During a fisheries-focused debate in Kodiak, Alaska, incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan (R) appeared to copy the answer of his opponent, Representative Mary Peltola (D), after failing to hear a question. While Sullivan later apologized, Peltola mocked the incident on social media. The debate highlighted stark contrasts in their approaches: Sullivan emphasized his legislative record on seafood and foreign competition, while Peltola focused on her personal fishing heritage and proposals to ban factory trawling. Critics noted Peltola's demeanor shifted from her usual polished image to a more combative stance, whereas Sullivan was praised for his preparedness on policy details.

via Mediaite|
#alaska-senate-race#dan-sullivan#fisheries-policy
Alaska's Senate race features two Dans on the ballot as ranked-choice voting looms
politics1 month ago

Alaska's Senate race features two Dans on the ballot as ranked-choice voting looms

In Alaska's U.S. Senate primary, incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan advances to the general alongside Mary Peltola and Dan J. Sullivan Jr.—a logger who shares the incumbent’s name and captured 2.5% of the vote—with a fourth candidate yet to be named. The field will be decided under ranked-choice voting, a setup that could sow voter confusion due to the name overlap and the new voting system.

via Fox News|
#alaska#dan-sullivan#dan-sullivan-jr
Alaska Senate primary: two Dan Sullivans advance, risking GOP vote split
politics1 month ago

Alaska Senate primary: two Dan Sullivans advance, risking GOP vote split

In Alaska’s Aug. 18 open primary, four candidates advanced to the general: incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan (R), Democrat Mary Peltola, and two challengers both named Dan Sullivan — Dan J. Sullivan, a retired teacher, and Dan A. Sullivan, a former Anchorage mayor — with Dan J. Sullivan’s 2.5% of the vote potentially splitting GOP support and shaping the November race.

via The Washington Post|
#alaska#dan-j-sullivan#mary-peltola