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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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The Trump administration is suing to block certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate race if Republican Senator Dan Sullivan loses, arguing that two Republicans named Dan Sullivan on the ballot could confuse voters; Attorney General Todd Blanche has defended the suit against criticism that it is aimed at blocking a possible Democratic victory.

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Attorney General Todd Blanche has publicly defended the Trump administration's lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska's U.S. Senate race if Republican Senator Dan Sullivan loses, responding to criticism that the suit aims to block a Democratic victory.

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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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