A new possibility to fill the seat emerged. The Republican Party advanced retired Palmer small business owner Vicki Wallner to replace Braund as one of three nominees.
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Walker chooses Sutton resident for Senate after Republicans reject top pick
Braund’s posts on Facebook contain potentially controversial material.
Walker picks Mat-Su Assembly member Kowalke for state Senate
A majority of the 13 Republicans in the Senate must vote to support Kowalke before he can be seated.