Peltola says she "knew nothing about" the other Dan Sullivan
Summary
Mary Peltola denied knowing about Daniel J. Sullivan, a candidate with the same first and last name as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, and said she was not trying to mislead voters. The controversy has prompted a Justice Department lawsuit and investigation, as well as a separate inquiry ordered by Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, while the Senate race remains close.Key Facts
- Peltola made her remarks at a rally in Juneau on Thursday.
- Peltola said she knew only about herself and the incumbent, Dan Sullivan, among candidates on the ballot.
- The New York Times reported that 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 Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee denied involvement in recruiting Daniel J. Sullivan.
- Daniel J. Sullivan, a retired teacher, has denied being a sham candidate and says he is genuinely interested in running.
- Alaska courts allowed Daniel J. Sullivan to remain on the ballot.
- The Justice Department sued last week to ask a federal court to intervene and issued subpoenas as part of a separate criminal probe.
- Gov. Mike Dunleavy ordered a separate inquiry into whether the alleged effort violated Alaska law and could affect certification of the election result.
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