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Governor Mike Dunleavy (R): “Alaska is a Very Significant Piece of Real Estate”
Speaking from the stage at the annual Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykavik, Iceland, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, attending the event for the first time, begins by listing all the investments the Trump administration has planned for what he calls "a significant piece of real estate." The state of Alaska is the reason the United States can call itself an Arctic nation, and it is separated from the rest of the U.S. It borders Russia at the Bering Strait to the west and Canada to the east.
988 restores crisis services for LGBTQ youth
The lifesaving 988 call-in number to help people experiencing mental health crises or suicidal thoughts has once again restored its specialized services for LGBTQ youth. The lifeline, which used to have the option to “press 3” to be directly sent to specialized services for LGBTQ youth facing mental health crises or suicidal thoughts, was returned on Wednesday following an over-year-long battle with the Trump-Vance administration, which removed the service in May 2025.
S. 5521: A bill to provide for adjustment of status for eligible nationals of Ukraine, and for other purposes.
Add a note about this bill. Your note is for you and will not be shared with anyone. Because you are a member of panel, your positions on legislation and notes below will be shared with the panel administrators. (More Info) Sponsor and status Introduced Sept. 24, 2026 119th Congress (2025–2027) Status Introduced on Sept. 24, 2026 This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026.
Opinion: The Way Forward is a bipartisan path to improving the lives of Native children
Children play in the snow in Toksook Bay. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File) More than a decade ago, I listened as Native youths from the village of Tanana stood before leaders at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention and shared their strengths and hopes for the future, but also the painful realities facing Native children, including suicide and substance abuse. Their message was simple: listen to us and do something.
Batı Alaska’da 8 Kişilik Uçak Düştü
Sekiz kişiyi taşıyan bir kiralık uçak, Alaska’nın batısındaki uzak bir radar istasyonu yakınında düştü. Federal havacılık yetkilileri, Cessna 441 tipi uçağın Anchorage’dan kalktığını ve yaklaşık 725 kilometre güneybatıdaki Cape Newenham’a gitmek üzere yola çıktığını bildirdi. Uçak, Perşembe günü saat 12.15 sıralarında varış noktasına yaklaşırken düştü. Kazada iki pilot ve altı yolcunun bulunduğu uçak, Security Aviation şirketi tarafından işletiliyordu.
S. 749: Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025
Add a note about this bill. Your note is for you and will not be shared with anyone. Because you are a member of panel, your positions on legislation and notes below will be shared with the panel administrators. (More Info) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, regardless of how long the veterans had such disease prior to death, and for other purposes.
Why I’m Voting Against the SAVE America Act
I believe in its objectives, but it’s too draconian, especially for voters in remote parts of Alaska. Voters in line at a polling place in Anchorage, Alaska, Nov. 4, 2024. Mark Thiessen/Associated Press President Trump made his case for the SAVE America Act on Thursday, claiming the security of our elections is at stake. While I support the bill’s core tenets—ensuring that only American citizens vote and requiring identification when voting—I remain opposed to it. Why?
Trump’a Senato’dan Sembolik Uyarı
ABD Senatosu, dört Cumhuriyetçi senatörün desteğiyle Başkan Trump’ın İran’a yönelik askeri saldırılarını durdurmasını öngören bir kararı kabul etti. Alaska’dan Lisa Murkowski, Maine’den Susan Collins, Kentucky’den Rand Paul ve Louisiana’dan Bill Cassidy Demokratlara katıldı. Bu destekle karar, Cumhuriyetçilerin çoğunlukta olduğu Senato’dan geçti. SALT ÇOĞUNLUK OYLAMAYA YETTİ Yapılan oylamada tasarı 48 hayır oyuna karşı 50 kabul oyuyla kabul edildi.
Trump Yönetimi Okyanus İzleme Sistemini Kapatmaktan Vazgeçti
Trump yönetimi, okyanusların sağlığına dair kritik veriler sağlayan önemli bir izleme sistemini devre dışı bırakma kararından geri adım attı. Bu karar, Kongre’deki iki partili tepkilerin ardından geldi. Okyanus Gözlem Girişimi (Ocean Observatories Initiative) 2016 yılında kurulmuş olup Pasifik ve Atlas Okyanusu’nun çeşitli bölgelerinde yaklaşık 900 enstrümanı bünyesinde barındırıyor ve özellikle okyanus derinliklerindeki büyük basınç ile aşındırıcı tuzluluğa dayanacak şekilde tasarlanmış durumda.
Support voter ID; oppose SAVE America Act
Election integrity matters, and the right to vote must be reserved for U.S. citizens. So why do I oppose the SAVE America Act, which attempts to federalize voting requirements? The answer is twofold: The Constitution largely leaves it to the states to determine election requirements, and the bill as written would disenfranchise many Alaskans.
Opinion: I support voter ID - but oppose the SAVE America Act
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) Election integrity matters, and the right to vote must be reserved for U.S. citizens. So why do I oppose the SAVE America Act, which attempts to federalize voting requirements? The answer is twofold: The Constitution largely leaves it to the states to determine election requirements, and the bill as written would disenfranchise many Alaskans.
Opinion | Shaheen and Murkowski: Congress Must Defend NATO From Trump Original
SKIP ADVERTISEMENT You have been granted access, use your keyboard to continue reading. We just returned from a bipartisan visit to Denmark, and what we saw should concern every American. As large public protests took place outside the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, our conversations with Danish and Greenlandic leaders made clear that President Trump’s threats to take Greenland have shaken public confidence in the United States and undermined the foundation of the trans-Atlantic alliance.
McBride, other US lawmakers travel to Denmark
sports Winter Olympics Amber Glenn to make history as first openly queer women's figure skater at Olympics US figure skater Amber Glenn is set to make LGBTQ+ history as she prepares for the Winter Olympics in Italy next month. Glenn, who is openly pansexual and bisexual, will be the first openly queer figure skater to compete at the Winter Olympics, which kick off on February 6.
Letter: In the aftermath of the Western Alaska storm, I saw something powerful - unity
In the wake of Typhoon Halong, communities across Western Alaska are devastated. Hundreds of homes, boardwalks and other structures have been destroyed, along with stores of traditional foods, cherished community spaces and energy systems. More than 2,000 Alaskans — families, elders, and children — are displaced just as winter approaches. I was in Kipnuk just days after the disaster and saw the impacts firsthand.
FAR FROM HOME | Kirkus Reviews
A blissfully vicarious, heartfelt glimpse into the life of a Manhattan burlesque dancer. A former New York City dancer reflects on her zesty heyday in the 1970s. Discovered on a Manhattan street in 2020 and introduced on Stanton’s Humans of New York Instagram page, Johnson, then 76, shares her dynamic history as a “fiercely independent” Black burlesque dancer who used the stage name Tanqueray and became a celebrated fixture in midtown adult theaters.
Letter: Remembering MMIW - and acting
As we observe the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) National Week of Action, I write to honor the lives of Native women and girls taken too soon. This issue is not new. For generations, Indigenous women and girls have faced disproportionately high rates of violence and murder —often without justice or media coverage. Thanks to the advocacy of many, this issue is receiving the attention it deserves.
Senate approves resolution to end Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods
The Senate on Wednesday narrowly approved a joint resolution that would end the Trump administration’s tariffs on Canada. The vote was 51-48. All Democrats and four Republicans -- Sens. Rand Paul (KY), Mitch McConnell (KY), Lisa Murkowski (AK) and Susan Collins (ME) -- voted in favor. The resolution stands little chance in the House, where Republicans last month blocked similar resolutions for Canada and for Mexico from coming up for votes. The Senate resolution was introduced by Sens. Tim Kaine...
- Alaska Native News
Dozens of Alaskans – potentially over 100 in total – are being fired as part of the Trump administration’s reduction-in-force order for the federal government. Many of these abrupt terminations will do more harm than good, stunting opportunities in Alaska and leaving holes in our communities. We can’t realize our potential for responsible energy and mineral development if we can’t permit projects. We will be less prepared to manage summer wildfires if we can’t support those on the front lines.
The King Cove Road is a Matter of Human Rights
Washington, DC – Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) wrote a longform essay on King Cove, Alaska, for the latest issue of the American Bar Association’s Human Rights magazine. The full piece – which is copied below and available online here – makes the case for a life-saving road to connect King Cove with the all-weather airport in nearby Cold Bay.
ICYMI: The King Cove Road is a Matter of Human Rights
Washington, DC – Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) wrote a longform essay on King Cove, Alaska, for the latest issue of the American Bar Association’s Human Rights magazine. The full piece – which is copied below and available online here – makes the case for a life-saving road to connect King Cove with the all-weather airport in nearby Cold Bay.
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OPINION: The continued case for American leadership in the Arctic
This week, leaders from around the world are convening in Anchorage for the 10th annual Arctic Encounter Symposium — America’s premier Arctic event. This milestone is both an occasion to celebrate the gains we’ve made in the far north, and a reminder of the continuing work ahead to fully manifest America’s leadership as an Arctic nation.
ICYMI: Biden Targets Alaska’s Petroleum Reserve
The Hill recently published an opinion piece from Alaska’s bipartisan congressional delegation, outlining how the Biden administration is targeting the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) with sweeping restrictions that are designed to prevent future development. The delegation argues these restrictions are unfair, unlawful, and will hurt Alaska’s economy and West Coast energy security while doing nothing to address climate change.
OPINION: The Senate failed on the border. We can’t follow up by failing our allies.
For months, Republicans in Congress have rightfully been sounding the alarm: The world is on fire, and the fire has reached our doorsteps. From Israel’s multi-front war and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, to China’s provocations against Taiwan and especially the migrant crisis at our southern border, America needs to lead on both domestic and global emergencies. Put simply, the situation at our southern border is a disaster.
OPINION: Celebrating Ted Stevens’ 100th birthday
On Nov. 18, 1923 — 100 years ago — Theodore Fulton “Ted” Stevens was born, marking the start of an extraordinary life defined by service to our nation and accomplishment for Alaska. That service began during World War II, when Ted enlisted in the Army Air Corps as a pilot. He supported General Chenault’s “Flying Tigers” in the China-Burma-India Theater, flying C-46s and C-47s on missions “over the Hump” behind enemy lines.
Ketchikan Daily News: OPINION: Traveling the Alaska way
The night before my team and I were scheduled to fly from Juneau to Haines on Seaplanes with the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, I did something I’ve never done before when traveling in Southeast. I wished for rain and wind. I secretly hoped our flights would be grounded so the secretary would get a real taste of transportation in our state, where we often have to pivot to Plans B and C to get where we’re going.
My Turn: Traveling the Alaska way
The night before my team and I were scheduled to fly from Juneau to Haines on Seaplanes with the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, I did something I’ve never done before when traveling in Southeast. I wished for rain and wind. I secretly hoped our flights would be grounded so the secretary would get a real taste of transportation in our state, where we often have to pivot to Plans B and C to get where we’re going.
Point of View: Healthy oceans are vital to Alaska
On an early morning walk around Juneau, I saw a bustling waterfront — a harbor full of small fishing boats, a large cruise ship in the distance, locals walking their dogs, and businesses ready to welcome the many tourists visiting Southeast. It was a great walk to reflect on how important the ocean is to us all.
Opinion: Healthy oceans are vital to Alaska
On an early morning walk around Juneau, I saw a bustling waterfront — a harbor full of small fishing boats, a large cruise ship in the distance, locals walking their dogs, and businesses ready to welcome the many tourists visiting Southeast. It was a great walk to reflect on how important the ocean is to us all.
OPINION: Healthy oceans are vital to Alaska
On an early morning walk around Juneau, I saw a bustling waterfront – a harbor full of small fishing boats, a large cruise ship in the distance, locals walking their dogs, and businesses ready to welcome the many tourists visiting Southeast. It was a great walk to reflect on how important the ocean is to us all.
Anchorage Daily News: Healthy oceans are vital to Alaska
On an early morning walk around Juneau, I saw a bustling waterfront — a harbor full of small fishing boats, a large cruise ship in the distance, locals walking their dogs, and businesses ready to welcome the many tourists visiting Southeast. It was a great walk to reflect on how important the ocean is to us all.
OPINION: Honoring the fallen
When you walk the hollowed grounds of Arlington, Gettysburg and Normandy, you see row upon row of marble headstones. Etched into them are names known to many and names known to none. What the men and women who rest beneath them have in common is their brave, selfless service to our nation — and lives cut short and unlived.
Honoring the fallen on Memorial Day
When you walk the hollowed grounds of Arlington, Gettysburg, and Normandy, you see row upon row of marble headstones. Etched into them are names known to many and names known to none. What the men and women who rest beneath them have in common is their brave, selfless service to our nation—and lives cut short and unlived.
Americans don't trust the Supreme Court, but this helps the justices help themselves
The American people want to know that there is a guidebook for occupying a seat on our nation's highest...
Fox News: OPINION: Americans don't trust the Supreme Court, but this helps the justices help themselves
An erosion of faith over the years includes public views of the Supreme Court A healthy democracy requires trust: trust in leaders, trust in public institutions, and trust in systems. As our founders warned in the Federalist Papers, preserving America’s historically-rare democracy starts with citizens having faith in their government. But this trust is waning, and our fragile system is facing a crisis of confidence.
Opinion: President Biden should reapprove the Willow Project Original
Editor’s Note: Lisa Murkowski, a Republican, is the senior US senator from Alaska. She is a senior member of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, having previously served as chair. Dan Sullivan, a Republican, is the junior US senator from Alaska. He sits on the Senate Armed Services and Environment and Public Works committees. Mary Peltola, a Democrat, is a US representative for Alaska and the first Alaska Native elected to Congress.
Juneau stands to benefit significantly from the 117th Congress
Earlier this month, the 117th Congress adjourned, marking the close of a remarkably productive legislative stretch for Alaska. The last Congress was one of the best for our state in recent memory, and the bipartisan bills we passed during it will produce lasting benefits for Juneau and across Southeast. One of the most significant achievements is the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which I played a lead role on. In just over a year, roughly $3 billion from it has been announced for Alaska.
PoV: 117th Congress featured big wins for Ketchikan
Earlier this month, the 117th Congress formally adjourned, marking the close of a remarkably productive legislative stretch for Alaska. The last Congress was one of the best for our state in recent memory, and the bipartisan bills we passed during it will produce lasting benefits for Ketchikan. Most significant is the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which I played a lead role on. In just over a year, roughly $3 billion from it has been announced for Alaska.
OPINION: Anchorage got some big wins from the 117th Congress
Earlier this month, the 117th Congress formally adjourned, marking the close of a remarkably productive legislative stretch for Alaska. The last Congress was one of the best for our state in recent memory, and the bipartisan bills we passed during it will produce lasting benefits for Alaska and the Anchorage area. Most significant is the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which I played a lead role on. In just over a year, roughly $3 billion from it has been announced for Alaska.
OPINION: On Election Day, cast your vote for Alaska’s future
As a third-generation Alaskan who has lived in Ketchikan, Wrangell, Juneau, Anchorage and Fairbanks, I have an unbreakable bond and a deep love for our great state. I carry that reverence for our home everywhere I go, and put it to work every day in the U.S. Senate. I’m extremely proud of the work we have done together and will put my record of results up against anyone’s.
Letter: Thank you, teachers
In a recent opinion piece in the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, retiring math teacher Dan Hackett challenged parents to think back to those teachers who positively influenced their children and then write a thank-you note to that teacher. He reminded us that a simple thank-you and words of appreciation go a long way. As the school year ends, even those of us with kids who have long left school should be encouraged to show appreciation for our teachers.
OPINION: Honoring the fallen - and caring for veterans
On Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who have served and given their lives for our nation. These Americans deserve our utmost respect and admiration, today and every day. Alaska has lost servicemembers in conflicts ranging from the Battle of Attu to the Global War on Terror. They left their homes to fight for our country, selflessly and courageously and knowing they might never come back. We can never fully thank them for their ultimate sacrifice, but we must try.
Alaska Native Women Leaders Endorse Senator Murkowski’s Re-election
Senator Lisa Murkowski announced staff changes in Washington D.C. and Anchorage today. Image-Office of Senator Murkowski ANCHORAGE, AK – Wednesday, Alaska Native women leaders from across the state voiced their support for Senator Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) re-election. In making their endorsements, this coalition of leaders emphasized Murkowski’s ability to effectively represent a diverse range of priorities while respecting indigenous values.
United Fishermen of Alaska Endorses Senator Murkowski’s Re-Election
By Lisa Murkowski for U.S. Senate on Apr 13, 2022 Senator Murkowski on the Senate floor ANCHORAGE, AK – Tuesday, the largest Alaskan commercial fisheries trade association, United Fishermen of Alaska (UFA), announced their full support and endorsement for Senator Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) 2022 re-election campaign.
OPINION: A law that supports and protects women
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaksa, questions Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies hearing on expanding broadband access, Tuesday Feb. 1, 2022, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Sarah Silbiger/The New York Times via AP, Pool) In March, we celebrated Women’s History Month and the many accomplishments of women across the board.
Marge Greene Smears Fellow Republicans As 'Pro-Pedophile'
In yet another shameless, hypocritical piece of theater, Marge Greene smears Republican Jackson supporters. There is something really wrong with her -- but honestly, there's something wrong with most Republicans. They just don't care about the damage they do to American democracy.
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Moves Closer To Confirmation
Rickey Smiley Morning Show Featured Video CLOSE Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination will move forward for a full Senate vote, bringing her historic confirmation one step closer to completion. After Jackson’s nomination “deadlocked” in the Senate Judiciary Committee, Democrats moved for a vote to discharge her nomination from the committee and to a full confirmation vote. It passed 53-47, setting the stage for Jackson’s confirmation later in the week.
Opinion: The US Constitution does not guarantee women equality. We intend to change that.
Senator Ben Cardin is the senior US Senator for Maryland. Senator Lisa Murkowski is the senior US Senator for Alaska. The views expressed in this commentary are their own. Read more opinion articles on CNN. (CNN)The US Constitution does not guarantee women the same rights and protections as men. To the surprise of many, it contains no explicit protection against discrimination on the basis of sex.
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that September 30 should be observed as a national day of remembrance for the Native American children who died while attending a United States Indian boarding school and recognizing, honoring, and
History Jan 20, 2022 Introduced Bills and resolutions are referred to committees which debate the bill before possibly sending it on to the whole chamber. Jan 20, 2022 Passed Senate (House next) The resolution was passed in a vote in the Senate. It goes to the House next. The vote was by Unanimous Consent so no record of individual votes was made. Read Text » If this resolution has further action, the following steps may occur next: — Passed House S.Con.Res.
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