Two Dan Sullivans, one Senate seat? Trump wants Alaska vote on hold if… | Unusual executive order explained

What happened: The Trump administration asked a federal court to block certification of Alaska's US Senate election if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses, citing possible voter confusion with a candidate named Daniel J Sullivan. Trump said he personally ordered the action. Key numbers: Democrats need four additional seats to gain Senate control. Why it matters: Election law experts questioned the legal basis, with Derek Muller calling the interpretation unusual and Vanita Gupta calling the suit meritless. The case raises questions about federal authority over state-run elections. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

The Trump administration asked a federal court to block certification of Alaska's US Senate election if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses, citing possible voter confusion with a candidate named Daniel J Sullivan. Trump said he personally ordered the action.

Election law experts questioned the legal basis, with Derek Muller calling the interpretation unusual and Vanita Gupta calling the suit meritless. The case raises questions about federal authority over state-run elections.