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Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy is preparing to announce a 2028 run for the U.S. Senate against Sen. Lisa Murkowski, according to several sources close to the governor who spoke exclusively to Fox News this week.<\/p>\n
The move would place him against Murkowski, who has repeatedly clashed with President Donald Trump and is often viewed as one of the most moderate Republicans in Congress. Dunleavy, by contrast, has been a strong Trump ally since 2016, Fox News\u00a0reported.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe\u2019s not going to quit his term,\u201d a top source close to Dunleavy, who previously worked with him in Juneau, told Fox News Digital. The source stressed that Dunleavy intends to complete his time as governor before seeking higher office.<\/p>\n
The last governor to leave office early to pursue national ambitions was Sarah Palin, who resigned in 2009. \u201cShe never recovered,\u201d the source said.<\/p>\n
Dunleavy has earned a reputation for avoiding Washington\u2019s spotlight but producing results in Alaska. \u201cHe\u2019s not about an ego and pushing himself in front of the cameras. He gets stuff done,\u201d the source said. \u201cHe doesn\u2019t like the cocktail parties and photo ops.\u201dEven so, those close to him say he understands that \u201cbeing in Washington is the only way to get things done.\u201d While he has joked that he prefers Alaska\u2019s Arctic landscapes to \u201call this concrete\u201d in Washington, he recognizes the need to represent the state at the national level.<\/p>\n
Dunleavy was the second governor to endorse Trump in 2016 and has been one of the most frequent governors to visit the White House despite the 3,500-mile distance. \u201cTrump has talked to him before about running and wants him to run,\u201d the source said.<\/p>\n
Dunleavy also attended Trump\u2019s Aug. 15 meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, further underscoring his role as one of the president\u2019s key allies in Alaska.<\/p>\n
Winning as a Republican in Alaska has historically been difficult. Former Gov. Jay Hammond was the last to win re-election in 1978. Sean Parnell, who became governor after Palin\u2019s resignation, did not win re-election outright.<\/p>\n
Still, Dunleavy is seen as a formidable candidate. \u201cA lot of people have mentioned this (race) to him and \u2026 I think it is a very viable option for him,\u201d another source told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n
\u201cObviously there are a lot of frustrations with Sen. Murkowski,\u201d the source added, noting her tense relationship with Trump. \u201cGov. Dunleavy has been not only a successful governor, but a strong ally for him. So it\u2019s only natural that he\u2019d be hearing that from Alaskans \u2014 but also from folks in the broader MAGA movement.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dunleavy, like Murkowski, has succeeded under Alaska\u2019s ranked-choice voting system, which critics say has benefited Democrats. But unlike her past challengers, sources say he has broad support outside conservative circles.<\/p>\n
He is also respected among Native communities across the North Slope and rural Alaska, where he has focused on energy development, infrastructure, and rural education. Those ties could prove critical in a statewide race where the Native vote has often played a decisive role.<\/p>\n
\u201cMurkowski has never faced a challenger like him,\u201d another source said. \u201cHe\u2019s built support that goes beyond just conservatives.\u201d<\/p>\n
A top Alaska political analyst agreed. \u201cConservatives would welcome an opportunity to unseat Murkowski,\u201d the analyst said Thursday. \u201cThe fact that Trump and Murkowski have had such a strained relationship and Dunleavy and the president (have) a good relationship is really what has led us to this point.\u201d<\/p>\n
Murkowski, the daughter of former Alaska Gov. Frank Murkowski, has shown her resilience in the past. She famously won a write-in campaign in 2010 after losing the GOP primary to Tea Party candidate Joe Miller. But analysts say Dunleavy would represent her most serious threat yet.<\/p>\n
The 2028 matchup would pit two of Alaska\u2019s most prominent figures against each other: Murkowski, the entrenched moderate with a family legacy in Alaska politics, and Dunleavy, the Trump-aligned governor who has drawn support across communities.<\/p>\n
Finding tick eggs in your backyard is something that should not be overlooked. These tiny clusters can quickly grow into a larger tick population, which may increase the risk of illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Tick eggs are very small, about the size of a poppy seed, and are usually found in groups of hundreds or thousands. They often appear pale or translucent at first, turning darker as they mature. Common places to find them include leaf piles, tall grass, mulch, woodpiles, or shaded, damp areas of the yard.<\/p>\n
The main concern with tick eggs is that once they hatch, the larvae\u2014sometimes called seed ticks\u2014begin searching for a host. This could include pets, wildlife like squirrels or deer, or even humans spending time outdoors. Once attached, ticks can feed and grow, continuing their life cycle and spreading further. Identifying eggs early and taking safe action helps prevent this process. Regular yard inspections, especially in spring and summer, can make a big difference.<\/p>\n
If you discover tick eggs, avoid touching them directly. Wear gloves and place them carefully into a sealed bag or container, then contact a local pest control expert or environmental health office for advice on safe handling. For ticks already attached to skin, remove them gently with fine-tipped tweezers by pulling straight upward and clean the area with soap and water. Proper handling reduces the chance of skin irritation and helps stop further spreading.<\/p>\n
Prevention is key to keeping your backyard safe. Trim grass regularly, clear away leaves and debris, and keep woodpiles stacked neatly away from the house. Planting tick-repelling herbs like rosemary, mint, or lavender and using natural repellents such as cedarwood oil can help. Discourage wildlife that carry ticks by removing food sources like birdseed or trash. With consistent care and awareness, you can reduce the risk of tick infestations and keep your outdoor space safe for family and pets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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