Judge dismisses Alaska Senate certification suit
The gist
U.S. District Judge Sharon Gleason dismissed the Justice Department's suit to block Alaska's Senate certification.
The ruling rejects federal intervention in a state race over two similarly named Sullivans.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Daniel Sullivan Jr. has the right to run as a candidate, after the state initially kept him off the ballot.
- Oct 13, 2026President Trump held a campaign rally in Wasilla, Alaska, where Sen. Dan Sullivan spoke.
- Oct 22, 2026The Trump administration's Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Alaska election officials seeking to block certification of the Senate race unless Sen. Dan S. Sullivan is declared the winner.