Outside campaign spending surpasses $37 million in Alaska federal races

Independent expenditure organizations have directed tens of millions of dollars into Alaska's federal congressional campaigns following the August primary election.

Campaign finance data reported by Alaska Public Media shows that outside groups have spent more than $31 million on Alaska's U.S. Senate contest. In addition, independent groups have contributed more than $6 million toward the state's race for its at-large seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The surge in spending comes alongside visits from national political figures aiming to support Republican nominees ahead of the November 3 general election. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to make a campaign stop in Fairbanks, with a visit by President Donald Trump anticipated later in the month. Voter registration deadlines across Alaska close on October 4 for in-person applicants.