The icebreaker’s new home — based on the findings of the Coast Guard’s urgently completed port study — will be Alaska’s capital, Juneau. The Aiviq’s Louisiana builder has made more than $7 million in political contributions since 2012.
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Rep. Peltola’s staff turnover is the 2nd highest in the U.S. House
Her chief of staff calls it a reflection of her special election and transition, but political adversaries say it could indicate trouble.
Anchorage Assembly wrestles to impasse on renaming port after Don Young
Several Assembly members were frustrated by how singularly focused the renaming panel had been.
Peltola steps into Don Young’s shoes for charity fishing invitational, where motives converge
This year, Peltola stepped in to headline Don Young’s marquee charity fundraiser.
Panel recommends renaming Port of Alaska after Don Young
The proposed legislation credits Young with helping to steer hundreds of millions of dollars to port projects.
Rep. Peltola’s party-bending chief of staff departs
Deputy Chief of Staff Anton McParland will take over Ortiz’s official duties.
In homecoming address to state legislators, Peltola praises the ‘Alaska model’ of bipartisanship
Peltola told her former colleagues that their reputation for bipartisanship is a source of awe in the U.S. Capitol.
When committee devolves to ‘bickering,’ Alaska congresswoman takes her exit
Choosing to withdraw from the field rather than engage in rhetorical battle? This is a very different Congress member than the one Alaskans had before.
Congresswoman Peltola hires Josh Revak, a Republican former rival, to run her Alaska office
Revak will be the first point of contact for Alaskans who are seeking assistance with federal agencies or casework.
Peltola, following in Don Young’s footsteps, wins seat on House transportation committee
Peltola is also likely to get seated on the House Natural Resources Committee.