Top DOJ attorney in Alaska calls Alaska Senate allegations "troubling"
Summary
Alaska U.S. Attorney Michael Heyman said new reporting about the campaign of independent Senate candidate Daniel J. Sullivan was troubling and prompted a surge of law enforcement resources. He said investigators are examining whether a crime occurred but did not identify any suspected offenses. Democrats deny involvement in recruiting Sullivan, whose candidacy has drawn scrutiny over claims that his name could confuse voters.Key Facts
- Heyman said the Justice Department is taking the allegations seriously but is not assuming a crime has occurred.
- A New York Times report said operatives linked to Mary Peltola's campaign helped recruit Daniel J. Sullivan to run.
- Peltola and national Democrats have denied involvement in Sullivan's campaign.
- Daniel J. Sullivan shares a first and last name with Republican incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan and is set to appear on the ballot.
- Alaska election officials initially ruled Daniel J. Sullivan ineligible, but state courts overturned that decision.
- Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy ordered an investigation, and the Justice Department has issued subpoenas to several Democratic officials.
- The Trump administration has sued to block Alaska from certifying the Senate race results if the Republican incumbent loses, citing possible voter confusion.
- Heyman said he had been recused from the matter while being considered for a judicial nomination, but that the recusal had been rescinded.
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