Former Alaska Representative Mary Peltola launched a campaign to challenge Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race, placing the seat in play for Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterms. The contest comes as Alaska voters face rising costs tied to health insurance premiums, tariffs affecting trade with Canada, and ongoing debates over energy policy and federal subsidies.
- Peltola previously represented Alaska’s at-large House district and narrowly lost reelection in 2024.
- She announced her Senate bid with a campaign focused on lowering grocery and energy costs, protecting fisheries, and expanding affordable housing.
- Alaska has some of the highest Affordable Care Act premiums after the expiration of enhanced subsidies this month.
- Sullivan voted to advance debate on extending ACA subsidies but supported maintaining tariffs on Canada that have affected Alaska’s economy.
- Both candidates support expanded oil and gas development, a central issue in the state.
- The race can be tracked on our midterm elections dashboard, which follows this contest and other key Senate and House races nationwide.
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