Third Dan Sullivan weighs in on unprecedented Alaska Senate race with endorsement

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A third Dan Sullivan in Alaska weighed into the state’s Senate race featuring two candidates with that name, marking the latest twist in one of the most bewildering sagas of the 2026 political cycle. 

Republicans have for months denounced Dan J. Sullivan for running in the tight race, framing him as a Democratic plant designed to confuse voters into thinking they are supporting Sen. Dan S. Sullivan (R-AK), the incumbent lawmaker running for reelection.

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