
In 2026
Voters in Alaska will elect one member to the U.S. Senate on November 3, 2026, to fill the Class II seat held by Republican incumbent Dan S. Sullivan.
BallotpediaThe primary contest features Democratic former Representative Mary Peltola challenging Republican incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan, with other candidates potentially advancing from the August 18 primary.
NBC NewsWikipediaAlaska uses a nonpartisan primary where the top four vote-getters advance to a ranked-choice general election regardless of party affiliation.
NBC Newsalaskapublic.orgA Democratic victory would help the party's goal of regaining control of the U.S. Senate, as Democrats need to flip four seats to achieve a majority.
alaskabeacon.comThe GuardianNote: The market resolves to "Yes" if a Democratic representative is sworn in for the term beginning in 2027, which depends entirely on the November 3, 2026 election outcome.
Former U.S. Representative Mary Peltola announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate as a Democrat to challenge incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan.
alaskabeacon.comThe GuardianPolitical polling indicates the race between Peltola and Sullivan is "definitely competitive" with an uncertain outcome.
alaskabeacon.comAlaska's Division of Elections disqualified newcomer Dan J. Sullivan from the Senate race, leaving only incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan on the ballot.
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Mary Peltola is viewed as a formidable candidate capable of challenging incumbent Dan Sullivan in the predominantly Republican state.
The GuardianThe race is described by polling experts as "definitely competitive" with the outcome uncertain, suggesting no guaranteed victory for the incumbent.
alaskabeacon.comPeltola previously served as Alaska's U.S. Representative from 2022 until 2024, demonstrating established name recognition and political experience in the state.
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Dan S. Sullivan is the incumbent Republican Senator seeking a third term, providing him with established officeholder advantages.
WikipediaAlaska is a predominantly Republican state, which historically favors Republican candidates in statewide elections.
The GuardianSullivan announced his re-election run in early 2025, giving him a longer head start in campaign organization compared to Peltola's January 2026 announcement.
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