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Nick Begich Wins Alaska House Seat, Defeats Mary Peltola in GOP Flip; Seat #220, Majority 219 to 213

Nov 21, 2024, 02:54 AM

Republican Nick Begich has won Alaska's at-large congressional district seat, defeating incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola in a closely watched election. The Associated Press projected Begich's victory after the ranked choice voting instant runoff tabulation. This win marks a significant shift in the political landscape, as it flips the seat from Democratic to Republican, contributing to the GOP's total of 220 seats in the House of Representatives. Begich's victory is particularly notable as it adds to the Republican majority, which now stands at 219 to 213 for Democrats. The election results reflect a broader trend of Republican gains in traditionally Democratic areas. Following the announcement of the results, various political figures, including Senator Lisa Murkowski, extended their congratulations to Begich while acknowledging Peltola's contributions during her tenure.