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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.
Former Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola announced she is running for the U.S. Senate, giving Democrats a high-profile candidate in a red-leaning state and framing herself as an outsider focused on local issues like fishing and living costs, while facing a tough race against Republican Dan Sullivan.
Former Rep. Mary Peltola announces a U.S. Senate run in Alaska to challenge two-term Republican Dan Sullivan. A former Alaska Native congresswoman with a centrist, Blue Dog background, Peltola is banked on her name recognition and bipartisan appeal after narrowly losing reelection in 2024, hoping to energize Democrats in a historically Republican-leaning state. Sullivan has Trump’s endorsement and solid fundraising, while Democrats have spent millions on ads to frame him, making the race an uphill fight in a state that Trump carried by double digits. Peltola stresses Alaska-first priorities and positions on gun rights and abortion rights, signaling a bid to win over harder-to-woo GOP voters in a bid to flip the seat.
Former Rep. Mary Peltola announced a bid for Alaska’s U.S. Senate seat, a major Democratic recruitment win that could reshape the 2026 map as she faces Sen. Dan Sullivan in a ranked-choice race; she’s backed by Senate Dem leader Schumer while facing GOP headwinds and opposing endorsements, with Murkowski backing Sullivan and NRSC attacks signaling a tough, high-stakes contest that could still elevate Alaska’s role in the majority fight.
Republican Nick Begich III has won Alaska's U.S. House seat, defeating incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola with 51.3% of the vote after ranked choice tabulation. Begich's victory flips the seat from Democrat to Republican, contributing to the GOP's slim majority in the House. Peltola, the first Alaska Native elected to Congress, expressed gratitude for her service and support for Begich. The results remain unofficial until certified by the Division of Elections.
Republican Nick Begich III has declared victory in Alaska's U.S. House race, leading incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola by over two percentage points with 9,000 ballots left to count. The final result may be determined by ranked choice voting. Meanwhile, a ballot measure to repeal Alaska's open primaries and ranked choice voting system is narrowly contested, with a 50.1% to 49.9% split. The remaining ballots will be counted by Wednesday. President-elect Donald Trump is leading in Alaska's presidential vote, and a new majority coalition is forming in the Alaska House.
Nicholas Begich has been projected to win Alaska's at-large seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, defeating Democratic incumbent Mary Peltola. Begich, a businessman endorsed by former President Donald Trump, previously lost to Peltola in 2022. The election featured Alaska's ranked-choice voting system, with two other candidates, John Wayne Howe and Eric Hafner, also on the ballot. Hafner, despite being incarcerated, was ruled eligible to appear on the ballot. This election is part of the broader contest for control of the U.S. House, where Republicans currently hold a narrow majority.
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.
Republican Nick Begich III leads incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola by 5 percentage points in the race for Alaska's U.S. House seat, with 73% of precincts reporting. Begich, endorsed by Donald Trump, aims to bring Alaska's voice to Washington, D.C. The race, a key battleground, has seen significant spending from political groups. If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote, ranked choice tabulation will determine the winner on November 20. Peltola, the first Alaska Native elected to Congress, urges patience as final results are awaited.
Alaska Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom has announced her candidacy for Alaska's lone seat in the U.S. House, challenging Democratic incumbent Mary Peltola in the 2024 election. Dahlstrom, a conservative Republican with a background in law enforcement and military advocacy, has served as lieutenant governor for less than a year. She joins a congressional race that also includes fellow Republican Nick Begich. The Alaska Republican Party has yet to announce formal endorsements. The candidates will run under Alaska's new voting system, which includes an open, nonpartisan primary and ranked-choice general election.
Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr., the husband of Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash in Alaska. The crash occurred in a remote and mountainous region, and the pilot, who was the only person onboard, had flown a hunter and equipment into the area. President Joe Biden expressed his condolences to Rep. Peltola, and members of Congress offered their sympathies. Peltola's death adds to a tragic history of plane incidents involving politicians in Alaska.
Eugene Peltola Jr, the husband of Alaska congresswoman Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash in Alaska. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash of a Piper PA 18-150 Super Cub that went down near St Mary's. Peltola Jr, a former regional director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Alaska, was the only person on board. Mary Peltola, the first Alaska Native in Congress, is returning home to be with their family.
Eugene Peltola Jr., the husband of Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash. Known for his talents and sense of humor, Peltola Jr. was devoted to his family and friends. Mary Peltola will be returning home to be with her family, while her team continues their work. Condolences have been expressed for the family's loss.
Eugene Peltola, the husband of Rep. Mary Peltola, tragically died in a plane accident in Alaska.
Alaska Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola voted against the U.S. House defense package, citing Republican-led amendments that she criticized for limiting abortion access for military personnel. The bill, which authorizes $874.2 billion for fiscal year 2024 and includes a pay raise for service members, passed the chamber with a narrow margin. Peltola expressed disappointment with the amendments, stating that they removed access to healthcare for Department of Defense employees and their families. She emphasized the importance of equal rights and reproductive freedoms for servicemen and women. The bill, as amended, faces challenges in the Democrat-controlled Senate.