The Senate race in Alaska has emerged as one of the most closely watched of 2026, with polls showing a tight contest between Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.

Alaskans head to the polls on Tuesday for one of the final primaries of the 2026 election cycle. The race has drawn national attention as Democrats target Alaska as one of their opportunities to gain the four seats they need to take control of the Senate. President Donald Trump carried Alaska in both of his presidential victories, but Democrats see an opening with Peltola, who has demonstrated crossover appeal in the traditionally Republican state.