Sen. Murkowski Fends Off Challenger, Wins Re-Election

Contests in Alaska’s Senate, House, and gubernatorial races were called on Wednesday, more than two weeks after Election Day. 

Former Alaska governor and vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin lost her latest attempt at a political comeback, losing the race for Alaska’s at-large district to Rep. Mary Peltola (D‑AK). Peltola had previously won a congressional special election race over the …