Gara, 58, is the fourth candidate to file for the primary, to be held on Aug. 16, 2022. The others are independent former Gov. Bill Walker, Libertarian Billy Toien and Dunleavy.
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Rule change would allow attorney general to represent governor in ethics complaints
Previous Alaska governors have had to hire private attorneys to defend themselves against ethics complaints, but they could be reimbursed when no violation is found.
Ben Stevens once left the Alaska Senate in disgrace. Now he’s Gov. Dunleavy’s top deputy.
Stevens, Dunleavy’s new chief of staff, once left his job in the state Senate amid a federal corruption investigation, though he was never charged. Now, he re-enters public service with links to some of the same industries that found favor from his father, the late U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens.
Begich concedes, Dunleavy elected next governor of Alaska
Republican Mike Dunleavy has defeated Democrat Mark Begich in the Alaska governor’s race. Begich conceded Wednesday morning.
Sen. Murkowski endorses Republican Mike Dunleavy for governor
Sen. Murkowski says that Dunleavy’s stance on Ballot Measure 1, a controversial salmon habitat ballot measure, was a big factor in her support.
Dunleavy cinches Republican nomination for governor
Dunleavy built his reputation as a staunch conservative. But he said he has something to offer independents and Democrats.
Chenault to Sitka Chamber: ‘I know how government should work’
The Nikiski Republican says he’s running for governor because he thinks there’s a lack of leadership in the office.
Public broadcasting budget cut almost 25 percent
Alaska’s public broadcasters dodged a bullet when the Legislature’s regular session ended Monday.
Gov. Walker warns of ‘lean times’ at inauguration
“We’re heading into some lean times,” Walker said. “There is no reason we cannot turn that around.”
Hundreds expected at Walker-Mallott inauguration Monday
The Walker-Mallott inauguration ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Centennial Hall.