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Republicans seize on controversy in Alaska's closely watched Senate race

Republicans seize on controversy in Alaska's closely watched Senate race

Summary

Alaska’s governor ordered an investigation into Democrat Mary Peltola’s Senate campaign after reports alleged it recruited a spoiler candidate to dilute Republican votes. President Donald Trump called for Peltola’s prosecution during a visit to another strongly Republican state, where a candidate he endorsed is facing challenges.

Key Facts

  • Alaska’s governor ordered an investigation into Mary Peltola’s Senate campaign.
  • The investigation follows reports alleging the campaign recruited a spoiler candidate.
  • The alleged goal was to dilute Republican votes.
  • Peltola is a Democrat running for the Senate in Alaska.
  • President Donald Trump repeated calls for Peltola’s prosecution.
  • Trump made the calls during a trip to another strongly Republican state.
  • A candidate Trump endorsed in that state is facing headwinds.
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