Donald Trump made a late-night post attacking Alaska Senate candidate Dan J. Sullivan, claiming he is a 'fake' candidate meant to sabotage the Republican incumbent, Sen. Dan S. Sullivan. Dan J. Sullivan, who is running without party affiliation, has denied any ties to the Democratic campaign. A recent poll shows Democrat Mary Peltola leading in the race. Investigations into the legitimacy of Dan J. Sullivan's candidacy are ongoing, and a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from Trump regarding election certification.
Key facts
- Trump criticized Dan J. Sullivan in a Truth Social post at 1:12 a.m. ET.
- Poll shows Mary Peltola leading with 50% compared to Sen. Sullivan's 44%.
- Dan J. Sullivan has denied connections to Peltola's campaign.
- The Justice Department is investigating allegations about Sullivan's candidacy.
- A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from Trump regarding election certification.
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