Yesterday, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan addressed the Alaska legislature in joint session. After his speech, he took questions, but there wasn't time for mine. The video shows what I would have asked. #akleg #alaska

House Judiciary will be holding a hearing on the detainment of children by ICE in AK on Monday Feb 23rd, 1-3pm. Immigration experts & ICE officials are invited to explain what is happening. Check out ADN report of a 5-year-old detained in Soldotna: www.adn.com/alaska-news/... #akleg

Clara Baldwin, the first deaf Fur Rondy Queen, has been a lifelong advocate for the rights of the deaf and hard of hearing community. She oversees the Alaska State School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Hear her story here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

UA President & Olympic gold medalist Pat Pitney has worked in the UA system for 34 years. In 2014, she became OMB Director under Bill Walker, overseeing state finances at a particularly turbulent time in our history.
Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p... #akleg

Alaska has the highest per capita population of military veterans in the US. Last night at the Joint Armed Services Committee, I drew attention to the Trump administration's unprecedented attempt to cut Sen. Mark Kelly's retirement pay. Listen to responses from attorneys Margaret Stock & Dan Mauer.

Today the AK House unanimously passed HB 110, making us one step closer to being the 31st state in the Social Worker Licensure Compact. The compact would allow licensed social workers to be able to practice across member state lines & bring more accessibility to Alaskans. #akleg

Long-time legislative staffer Buddy Whitt has worked for Sen. Shelley Hughes, Rep. Kevin McCabe, Rep. Laddie Shaw, & is current Chief of Staff for Rep. Jubilee Underwood. Hear his story here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... #akleg

“I’m not familiar with the details of that particular amicus brief.”

Alaska signed on to an amicus brief for Trump v Barbara on Jan. 27, 2026 -- this case challenges birthright citizenship. Birthright citizenship has benefitted Alaska in profound ways. The 14th amendment is clear. It is humiliating that we have signed on. #akleg

The Anchorage School District faces a $90 million shortfall for next year. Our school board and superintendent are faced with the impossible task of balancing that budget. Place blame where blame is due: on the state and the consistent effort by Gov Dunleavy to underfund public education. #akleg

Catch up with my office's latest newsletter about the $90 million shortfall in ASD, the status of Alaska immigration, HB 101 (to raise the age of consent) to be heard in Senate Judiciary on Monday, and more!

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ASD faces a $90 million shortfall for next school year. To balance the budget, draconian cuts are likely. Listen to East Anchorage Book Club podcast with School Board President Carl Jacobs, East High teacher Janice Strickland, & Superintendent Jharrett Bryantt: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

Last summer an outdoor fire threatened my family's home. AFD Station 14 responded fast & put it out. Chief Doug Schrage is a hero redirecting the Anchorage Fire Dept. to respond to more outdoor fires than ever before. I thanked him, AFD, & station 14 on the floor today. #akleg

Former US Senator Mark Begich became the youngest person to serve on the Anchorage Assembly at age 26. In 2003 he became the first Anchorage Mayor who was born in Anchorage. Listen to his story on the East Anchorage Book Club podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m...
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Opinion: The state of Alaska immigration Attorneys, advocates and employers warn that fear, labor shortages and enforcement quotas are breaking lives and hurting the state.

As many Alaskans look on in horror at the actions of ICE in the Lower 48, many wonder, “What’s happening in Alaska?” I interviewed Anchorage immigration attorneys & others for this op-ed published in the @adndotcom today:

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Brian Fechter has spent more than 10 years working in finance for Alaska. We discuss his recent article in the Alaska Landmine entitled, "The Alaska Legislature could learn a lot from Washington and Idaho." Listen to the East Anchorage Book Club podcast: podcasts.apple.com/na/podcast/b... #akleg

The targeted arrest of former CNN News Anchor Don Lemon at the direction of Attorney General Pam Bondi should alarm all freedom-loving Americans. We must protect our media. I wrote an op-ed in @adn.com this month, “State of Alaska’s media: www.adn.com/opinions/202... #akleg

Ms. Omar, visibly shaken after the assault, insisted to her staff and security that she would continue. She asked for a napkin and told them: "Just give me 10 minutes. I beg you. Please don't let them have the show." Ms. Omar then turned the crowd. "Here's the reality that people like this ugly man don't understand," she said. "We are Minnesota strong, and we will stay resilient in the face of whatever they might throw at us." Someone in the crowd later thanked Ms. Omar for staying and continuing after the assault, which had shaken not only her but the entire room. "I learned at a young age you don't give in to threats," Ms. Omar said.

Ilhan Omar is an American hero. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...

Nicolas Olano has been practicing immigration law for 24 years. He discusses how his practice has changed during Trump’s 2nd term and how ICE has been functioning in Anchorage. Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n... #akleg #immigrantsmakeamericagreat

Yesterday, VA nurse Alex Pretti was pepper sprayed, beaten, & then shot in the back of the head at point blank range by an ICE agent.

We need a full investigation & those responsible for his murder be held accountable.

Tonight I attended a vigil in Juneau with 100s of mourners. #akleg

I just spoke with the White House after another horrific shooting by federal agents this morning. Minnesota has had it. This is sickening.

The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now.

Alaska’s immigrant community is essential to our state’s economy and a vital part of our culture. I confronted the terror that ICE is raining down on our foreign-born Alaskans in a speech on the House floor today. #akleg

My thoughts on overriding Gov. Dunleavy's veto on Senate Bill 113. The vetoed bill was intended to apply the state’s corporate income tax to companies operating online. #akleg

So excited to welcome my new staff for the 2026 legislative session. My staff Rosie Caouette, Dylan Hitchcock-Lopez, Chief of Staff Kyle Johansen, and Intern Karley Thrun. #akleg

“Rep. Andrew Gray — chair of the House Judiciary Committee, which holds jurisdiction over the Alaska Court System — said news stories of criminal cases delayed for years “stab my heart.” The time it takes to resolve Alaska’s most serious felony cases is 3 years.”

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On East Anchorage Book Club Podcast, I speak with Bolts Magazine Journalist Alex Burness about his article, “Americans by Name, Punished for Believing it.”The story is an in-depth look at the 11 American Samoans facing charges of voter fraud in Whittier. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

With the news that 1,500 active duty Army soldiers in Alaska have been placed on prepare-to-deploy orders in case President Trump invokes the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis, I am making a statement as co-chair of Alaska's Joint Armed Services Committee. Immigrants matter. #akleg

Dr. Shauna Birdsall is a naturopathic doctor with over 25 years of experience in integrative oncology. She has practiced in the MatSu, Soldotna, & Anchorage.  Listen to the East Anchorage Book Club podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e... #akleg

Kirk Rose is CEO of the Anchorage Community Land Trust. ACLT started in Mountain View in 2003 & supports new housing, public spaces, & businesses. Kirk began as an intern at the organization 15 years ago & has never left. Listen to the East Anchorage Book Club: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

Do you need legal assistance & don’t know where to start or fear you can’t afford it? Get free legal advice from a lawyer at the Mountain View Community Center, Monday, Jan. 19 (MLK Day), 12-4 pm. #akleg #Anchorage