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Judge Rules Same-Name Republican Candidate Can Remain on Alaska Primary Ballot

On June 28, 2026, a judge ruled that a Republican candidate with the same name as Senator Dan Sullivan can remain on the ballot for the Alaska primary election. The ruling overturned a previous disqualification by the Division of Elections, which argued that the candidate aimed to mislead voters. The Division plans to appeal the decision to the state Supreme Court before the upcoming primary.

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On June 28, 2026, a judge ruled that a Republican candidate with the same name as Senator Dan Sullivan can remain on the ballot for the Alaska primary election. The ruling overturned a previous disqualification by the Division of Elections, which argued that the candidate aimed to mislead voters. The Division plans to appeal the decision to the state Supreme Court before the upcoming primary.

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Judge rules Republican with same name as Sen Dan Sullivan can stay on Alaska primary ballot

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Judge Rules Same-Name Republican Candidate Can Remain on Alaska Primary Ballot