Alaska's slow ballot count leaves key races undecided as 60,000 votes remain

Alaska is still counting ballots, with up to 60,000 votes uncounted, leaving key races like the U.S. Senate contest between Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola undecided. Results may not be clear for days or over a week. The Division of Elections has counted 215,912 ballots so far, including Election Day and some early votes. Roughly 20,000 early votes and 40,000 absentee ballots remain, with the next results update expected Monday or Tuesday. A clear front-runner may not emerge until Nov. 18. Alaska’s slow count stems from its vast geography, rural mail delays, and a generous absentee ballot window. Ranked choice tabulation will occur Nov. 18, with certification targeted for Nov. 25.