Alaska's all-important Senate race is roiled by a report on alleged spoiler candidate
A report alleging that Democratic operatives recruited a spoiler candidate in Alaska's U.S. Senate race has caused significant political controversy. The incumbent Republican and the Democratic challenger are both dealing with the fallout as Election Day approaches.
Why it matters
The race is critical for determining control of the U.S. Senate, and allegations of electoral manipulation impact voter trust and campaign integrity.
Alaska's governor is ordering an investigation after a New York Times report on the state's toss-up U.S. Senate race , which could determine which party controls the chamber next year.
That story detailed efforts by Democratic campaign operatives to recruit what Republicans have long alleged is a spoiler candidate whose presence on the ballot could confuse voters and siphon support from the GOP incumbent. The two candidates share the name Dan Sullivan.
NPR hasn't independently confirmed the Times ' reporting, but it's roiled the Senate race just days before Election Day. Democrat Mary Peltola, a former congresswoman, is hoping to flip the seat for her party.
Only on NPR Democrats still poised to make gains, but poll shows warning signs for just how many The Times ' story is based on interviews and communications among Peltola's attorneys and advisers, as well as senior aides at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.
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