Trump administration sues over Alaska Senate certification
By The BriefBrief
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate election if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses to Democrat Mary Peltola. The Justice Department argues that two candidates named Dan Sullivan on the ballot could confuse voters and taint the result.
WHO:The Trump administration, through the Justice Department
WHAT:Filed a lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate election if Dan Sullivan loses.
WHEN:Reported Oct 24, 2026 at 7:40 AM ET
WHERE:Alaska, USA
WHY:The Justice Department argues that having two candidates named Dan Sullivan on the ballot could confuse voters and taint the election result.
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