NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 19, 2026Miami-Dade
Senator Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola advance to November U.S. Senate election
Republican Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic former congresswoman Mary Peltola have secured spots on the ballot for the November general election. This contest is expected to be a significant factor in determining the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
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The outcome of this election will help determine which political party holds the majority in the U.S. Senate, impacting the legislative agenda and confirmation processes for the next term.
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Who's Mentioned
personMike Dunleavy“Barred by term limits from seeking a third consecutive term.”personDaniel J. Sullivan Jr.“Retired teacher who ran as an independent, causing confusion with the incumbent.”personTom Begich“Former state lawmaker running for Governor.”locationAlaska“State where the election is taking place”personMary Peltola“First Alaska Native to serve in Congress; running for US Senate.”personNick Begich“Seeking a second term in the US House.”personDan S. Sullivan“Seeking reelection; endorsed by Donald Trump.”personJonathan Kreiss-Tomkins“Former state lawmaker running for Governor.”personTony Knowles“Last Democratic governor of Alaska, left office in 2002.”personBill Hill“Fisherman and former educator running for US House.”personDan Sullivan“Republican incumbent U.S. Senator”personDonald Trump“Endorsed Dan S. Sullivan and Nick Begich.”