Begich Leads in Alaska Congressional Race as Vote Count Nears Completion

Republican Nick Begich III leads in the race for Alaska's U.S. House seat against incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola, with 93% of precincts reporting. Begich has 49.8% of the vote to Peltola's 45.4%, but ranked choice voting may still play a role in the final outcome. Begich, endorsed by Donald Trump, aims to bring a Republican voice to Congress from Alaska. The race has seen significant national attention and funding, with over $28 million spent to influence the outcome.