NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 19, 2026Miami-Dade
Alaska voters approve campaign contribution limits as Senate and House candidates advance to general election
Alaska voters approved a ballot measure to reimpose campaign contribution limits, while Republican Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic former Representative Mary Peltola moved forward to the general election following Tuesday's primary. The primary also saw candidates advance in the U.S. House and gubernatorial races, though final results for all spots in the ranked-choice general election remain pending.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The outcome of the Alaska Senate race is a key factor in determining which party controls the U.S. Senate, with both major parties identifying the seat as a top target.
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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 a non-party candidate, causing confusion with the inc”personTom Begich“Former lawmaker and uncle of Nick Begich.”personMary Peltola“Democrat and first Alaska Native to serve in Congress, running on a centrist pla”personNick Begich“Republican endorsed by Donald Trump.”personJonathan Kreiss-Tomkins“Former lawmaker advancing in the primary.”personTony Knowles“The last Democrat to serve as Alaska governor, left office in 2002.”personBill Hill“Independent candidate focusing on affordability.”personDan Sullivan“Republican seeking a third term, campaigned on military support and resource ext”personDonald Trump“Endorsed Nick Begich and supported by Senator Dan Sullivan.”