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flag Sen. Dan Sullivan blamed Democrats for Alaska’s setbacks in his 2026 legislative address, sparking debate over Trump-era policies and his re-election prospects.

flag U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan delivered his annual address to the Alaska Legislature on February 18, 2026, blaming national Democrats and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for hindering Alaska’s progress. flag He credited the Trump administration with advancing military expansion, resource development, and a $1.4 billion rural health care fund, though Democratic lawmakers challenged the fund’s limitations, noting restrictions on its use and a report that up to 12,000 Alaskans could lose Medicaid coverage. flag Sullivan acknowledged he was unaware of all restrictions and defended his criticism of Trump officials when warranted, while facing criticism for a partisan tone that some said conflicted with Alaska’s bipartisan tradition. flag The speech underscored growing tensions ahead of his potential third-term re-election bid, with former Rep. Mary Peltola expected to challenge him.

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