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DOJ to issue dozens of grand jury subpoenas in Alaska 'Decoy Dan' probe; Trump won't rule out a fight over seating Peltola

Published , Thursday, October 29, 2026 · Updated
In the 5 PM CT update

DOJ to issue dozens of grand jury subpoenas in Alaska 'Decoy Dan' probe; Trump won't rule out a fight over seating Peltola
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The Justice Department will issue dozens of new grand jury subpoenas Thursday about efforts to recruit a candidate with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan, and prosecutors are weighing conspiracy charges, the New York Post reported, citing people familiar with the matter; Mary Peltola's campaign denies involvement. Asked whether Republicans should refuse to seat Peltola if she wins, President Trump said, "Well, you're going to have to see what happens," the Washington Examiner reported.

Sources
  • New York PostDOJ ramps up criminal probe into Alaska's 'Decoy Dan', preps grand jury subpoenas
  • Washington ExaminerTrump won't rule out GOP refusing to seat Peltola if she wins Alaska Senate

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