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US Attorney General Defends Alaska Senate Election Lawsuit

US Attorney General Todd Blanche defended a Department of Justice lawsuit concerning Alaska's Senate election, amid criticism that the suit aims to block a Democratic victory if the Republican loses. Blanche discussed the matter in a CNN interview.

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The Department of Justice has faced criticism that its lawsuit is aimed at blocking a Democratic victory in a key race.

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Trump administration lawsuit over Alaska election ballot

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A federal judge has dismissed the Trump administration lawsuit that sought to block certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate race if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses; the suit argued that two candidates named Dan Sullivan could confuse voters. Senator Sullivan said he will accept the election results.

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A federal judge dismissed the Trump administration lawsuit that sought to block certification of Alaska's U.S. Senate race, and Republican Senator Dan Sullivan said he will accept the election results.

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US Attorney General Todd Blanche defends Alaska Senate election lawsuit

The Department of Justice has faced criticism that its lawsuit is aimed at blocking a Democratic victory in a key race.

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Blanche defends DOJ lawsuit blocking Alaska Senate results if Republican loses

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