Peltola Denies Role in Sullivan Ballot Dispute as DOJ Seeks to Block 1 Candidate
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Updated · CBS New York · Oct 30
Peltola Denies Role in Sullivan Ballot Dispute as DOJ Seeks to Block 1 Candidate
3 articles · Updated · CBS New York · Oct 30
Summary
Mary Peltola told supporters in Juneau she knew nothing about Daniel J. Sullivan's candidacy and was "not interested in tricking voters," calling the allegations smears days before Alaska's Senate vote.
The dispute centers on a second candidate whose first and last names match Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, a ballot setup critics say could confuse voters and siphon support from the incumbent.
The New York Times reported Democratic operatives linked to Peltola's campaign helped recruit Daniel J. Sullivan, citing a former campaign manager and text messages; Peltola's campaign and the DSCC denied involvement.
The Justice Department sued last week to remove Daniel J. Sullivan from the ballot and has issued subpoenas in a separate criminal probe, while Gov. Mike Dunleavy opened a state investigation that could affect certification.