No state Senate or statewide races changed leaders, but Murkowski and Tshibaka are closer.
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Murkowski closes gap in Alaska’s US Senate race
Murkowski is behind by only 565 votes. In the House race, Peltola has just over 48% of the vote, a slight increase from the last count on Nov. 10.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy still on track to secure another term with more ballots counted
If Dunleavy’s share of the vote remains over 50%, he will win a second term outright, with no need for ranked choice tabulations.
Election officials feared the worst. Here’s why baseless claims haven’t fueled chaos
So far, false claims of voting malfeasance have not incited the chaos that many had feared would ensue, stoked by a mythos of election fraud that’s become a core belief for many on the right.
Palin and Tshibaka are on track to lose but hint at election battles ahead
Palin called Alaska’s ranked choice voting system “unAmerican” and cast blame on fellow Republicans for splitting the vote.
Internal Republican divides complicate leadership of Alaska House and Senate
Senators are already talking about how a coalition majority might be organized.
Rep. Dan Ortiz holds narrow lead over challenger
With more than half of the potential absentee vote outstanding, the race is too close to call.
Why Peltola and Murkowski are well situated to win reelection
The incumbents are in a good position to win but will have to wait until Nov. 23 to be sure.
Republicans lead in majority of Alaska House seats, with potential for more
Ranked choice voting results may add to the Republican lead, with implications for House leadership.
Juneau’s legislators will win reelection bids
Sen. Jesse Kiehl and Rep. Andi Story ran unopposed for reelection, while Rep. Sara Hannan won 78% of the vote in her race against one opponent.