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WATCH: Trump says he ordered DOJ lawsuit over Alaska Senate race

The lawsuit centers on one of the president's longstanding complaints in the Senate race — the presence of a second candidate named Dan Sullivan who Republicans fear could siphon away votes from the incumbent in what's likely to be a photo-finish contest with Democrat Mary Peltola.

Sources (3)· Oct 23, 3:14 PM to Oct 23, 8:57 PM

Dan Sullivan→Government→Justice→

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their own versions

PBS NewsHour· Oct 23, 3:14 PMWATCH: Trump says he ordered DOJ lawsuit over Alaska Senate race
The Guardian· Oct 23, 7:46 PMTrump says he ordered DoJ to file lawsuit to block Alaska Senate results certification
Washington Examiner· Oct 23, 8:57 PMTrump says he personally ordered DOJ lawsuit intervening in Alaska Senate bid

How it spread

3 articles

firstPBS NewsHour
+5hThe Guardian
+6hWashington Examiner

The thread

Dan Sullivan →

Before

Alaska's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Mary Peltola vs Dan SullivanAlaska’s competitive Senate race features four candidates, including two Republicans named Dan Sullivan, and will use ranked-choice voting.

FOX 93d agoWhole story →

Mary Peltola Is Pulling Ahead in the Final Stretch Against Dan SullivanWith two weeks to go before Election Day, Mary Peltola has gained a narrow but solid lead over Dan Sullivan, latest polling shows.

Newsweek4d agoWhole story →

Trump bets Alaska promises can save GOP Senate seatThe president is touting billions in pipeline investment and other benefits as Republicans try to keep Sen. Dan Sullivan’s seat, seen as key to maintaining Senate control.

POLITICO5d agoWhole story →

Super PAC propping up ‘Decoy Dan’ Sullivan in Alaska exposed for getting Dem donor cashA mysterious super PAC that had been propping up retired teacher Dan J. Sullivan, also known as “Decoy Dan," in the Alaska Senate contest was funded by progressive donor cash, new financial disclosures revealed.

New York Post6d agoWhole story →

How Alaska became a key battleground in the fight for the SenateAlaska could play a pivotal role in Democrats’ efforts to reclaim control of the Senate. In a debate, Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan faced questions about rising fuel costs driven by the war with Iran and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola pushed back against allegations that she mistreated staff members. Geoff Bennett discussed the race with…

PBS News8d agoWhole story →

Since

Trump says he personally ordered DOJ lawsuit intervening in Alaska Senate bid"I'm the one that said 'Do it,'" Trump told reporters in Florida on Friday in regard to the DOJ's lawsuit about the second Dan Sullivan on Alaska's ballot.

Washington Examiner1d agoWhole story →

Alaska’s U.S. Senate race is the most expensive in state historyANCHORAGE, Alaska — Alaska’s U.S. Senate race has officially become the most expensive on record for the state, as Democrat Mary Peltola raises record sums in her effort to defeat Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. Peltola, a former member of the U.S. House, reported earlier this month that her campaign had raised $32 million since launching in…

Spokane Spokesman-Review1d agoWhole story →

Trump Weighs in on DOJ Suit to Block Alaska Senate Certification if GOP Senator Dan Sullivan Loses Amid Scheme to Sabotage with ‘Decoy’ Challenger with Same Name (VIDEO) * The Gateway Pundit * by CrisThe Justice Department on Friday sued to block Alaska's Senate certification if incumbent GOP Senator Dan Sullivan loses over the Democrats' dirty trick to use…

The Gateway Pundit22h agoWhole story →

Administration sues over Alaska race for SenatePresident Donald Trump on Friday said he told his administration to file its lawsuit to block certification of the U.S. Senate race in Alaska if Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan loses, kicking off what many fear could become a lengthy battle between the government and states over certifying an election where the president's party is struggling.

Arkansas Online15h agoWhole story →

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