Gov. Bill Walker is replacing the staff of his Washington, D.C., office. Kip Knudson, the governor’s director of federal relations, has been given a month’s notice.
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Former Sen. Begich addresses Elders and Youth Conference
Begich urged the young attendees to participate in their communities, to vote and to stay positive. He drew on his own life for illustration.
Move over, Columbus; Gov. Walker declares Indigenous Peoples Day in Alaska
Alaska is now the first state to recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day instead of Columbus Day.
US House passes Native energy bill; White House threatens veto
Alaska Congressman Don Young sponsored the bill and said it would encourage resource development on Indian land by expediting permits and limiting legal challenges.
McCarthy Drops Out Of Speaker Race, Throwing GOP Leadership Into Chaos
The current House GOP leader said he was withdrawing because, for Republicans to unite, “we probably need a fresh face.” Now, leadership elections have been postponed.
Defense bill passes with measure Sen. Sullivan hopes will halt JBER cuts
The “Arctic Operation Plan” is a key part of Sen. Dan Sullivan’s effort to stave off the Army’s announced cut of thousands of troops from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.