Sullivan, Peltola Advance in Alaska Senate Primary
Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola advanced from Alaska’s crowded primary Tuesday, setting up the next phase of one of the most closely watched Senate battles of the midterm elections.
TL;DR
- Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola advanced from Alaska's primary.
- They emerged from a 16-candidate field under Alaska's nonpartisan primary system.
- The race is considered one of the most closely watched Senate battles of the midterm elections.
- Polling ahead of the primary showed a tight race between Sullivan and Peltola.
- Outside groups have invested millions in the race.
- Alaska's ranked-choice voting system will be used in the November general election.
- Another candidate named Dan Sullivan also appeared on the ballot.