2026 United States Senate election in Alaska
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The 2026 United States Senate election in Alaska will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect a member of the United States Senate to represent the state of Alaska. Incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan is eligible to run for reelection, having been re-elected in 2020 with 53.9% of the vote,[1] has declared his re-election bid. Former U.S. Representative from Alaska's at-large congressional district, Mary Peltola, has also expressed interest in running for this seat.[2]
Candidates
Republican Party
Declared
- Dan Sullivan, incumbent U.S. Senator[3]
Filed paperwork
- Christopher Miklos[4]
Democratic Party
Filed paperwork
- Ann Diener[5]
Potential
- Tom Begich, Alaska state Senator from District J (2017–2023)[6]
- Mary Peltola, U.S. Representative from Alaska's at-large congressional district (2023–2025)[7]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Inside Elections[8] | Solid R | February 20, 2025 |
| The Cook Political Report[9] | Solid R | February 13, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[10] | Solid R | March 12, 2025 |
| Race To The WH[11] | Tilt R | May 5, 2025 |
Polling
Hypothetical polling
Notes
- ^ Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear
References
- ^ Axelrod, Tal; Budryk, Zack (November 11, 2020). "Sullivan wins reelection in Alaska, giving Republicans 50 seats in Senate". The Hill – via MSN.
- ^ "Peltola ties congressional loss to 'timing and luck,' and eyes future plans with a laugh". Yahoo News. December 5, 2024. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ Downing, Suzanne (March 22, 2025). "Breaking: Sen. Dan Sullivan formally announces his campaign for reelection". Must Read Alaska. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
- ^ "MIKLOS, CHRISTOPHER - Candidate overview". Federal Election Commission. January 1, 2019. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1848117". Federal Election Commission. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ Gonzales, Nathan L. (February 12, 2025). "House members running for governor could complicate fight for majority". Roll Call. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ Gans, Jared (March 6, 2025). "Peltola's potential comeback buoys Democratic hopes in Alaska". The Hill. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
She could also plan to challenge Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in 2026.
- ^ Gonzales, Nathan L. "Senate Ratings". Inside Elections. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ "2026 CPR Senate Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Senate". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Senate Forecast". Race to the WH. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ Downing, Suzanne (May 2, 2023). "New poll says Rep. Mary Peltola could take Sen. Dan Sullivan in 2026". Must Read Alaska. Retrieved May 8, 2025.