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Two Dan Sullivans, Peltola Advance in Alaska Senate Primary

8/25/2026

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Trump Backs Sullivan

Senator Dan S. Sullivan, former Rep. Mary Peltola, and challenger Dan J. Sullivan advanced from Alaska’s August 11, 2026 primary as top four Senate candidates.
Observers warned Dan J. Sullivan’s identical name could mislead voters and aid the Democratic contender.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Alaskans to back Dan S. Sullivan, calling opponent an imposter.
A Republican lawsuit to block Dan J. Sullivan’s ballot spot was rejected by the court.

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Sullivan Challenges Peltola

On August 11, 2026, Alaska’s primary advanced Senator Dan Sullivan, Mary Peltola and challenger Dan J. Sullivan to the top four Senate slots.
Coverage stresses Peltola missed one-fifth of Alaska House votes and a third of Bethel City Council meetings, questioning her commitment.
Peltola missed 794 of 4,265 House votes (18.6%) and 22 of 60 council meetings (36.7%).
RNC spokesperson Nick Poche said Alaskans deserve an all-time workhorse like Sullivan, not Peltola.

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Sullivan Advances

Alaska’s August 11, 2026 primary advanced Sen. Dan S. Sullivan, Mary Peltola and challenger Dan J. Sullivan as top Senate contenders.
Only about half of 18,000 absentee ballots were returned, and two remote polling sites opened late, reducing voting time.
Alaska Supreme Court allowed challenger Dan J. Sullivan to remain on the ballot after disqualification.
Former Anchorage mayor Dan A. Sullivan endorsed incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan for re-election.

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Trump Backs Sullivan

Senator Dan S. Sullivan, former Rep. Mary Peltola, and challenger Dan J. Sullivan advanced from Alaska’s August 11, 2026 primary as top four Senate candidates.
Observers warned Dan J. Sullivan’s identical name could mislead voters and aid the Democratic contender.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Alaskans to back Dan S. Sullivan, calling opponent an imposter.
A Republican lawsuit to block Dan J. Sullivan’s ballot spot was rejected by the court.

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