Alaska Senate Seat Leans Democratic for First Time in 18 Years
Summary
For the first time in nearly 20 years, Alaska is leaning toward electing a Democrat to the U.S. Senate. Polls show Democrat Mary Peltola gaining ground against Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan, despite his support from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.Key Facts
- Alaska's U.S. Senate race moved from "toss-up" to "leans Democratic" by the University of Virginia's Sabato's Crystal Ball.
- The last time Alaska leaned Democratic for Senate was in 2008, when Mark Begich won.
- Mary Peltola is currently leading in recent polls.
- Incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan has support from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
- Alaska uses a ranked-choice voting system that may help Peltola as the only Democrat.
- Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats for wanting to change Alaska's energy and political direction.
- Sullivan won reelection in 2020 with help from President Trump's popularity.
- Recent declines in President Trump's approval could hurt Sullivan's chances in 2024.
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