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President Trump Continues Influence Over GOP Primaries as Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy Prepares Challenge to Sen. Lisa Murkowski in 2028
New York City, New York — President Donald J. Trump has signaled continued efforts to reshape the Republican Party by supporting primary challengers against incumbents he views as insufficiently loyal, with the latest developments pointing toward a potential 2028 Senate race in Alaska.
Trump’s endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state’s Republican Senate primary contributed to the defeat of longtime Sen. John Cornyn, who lost his re-election bid on Tuesday night. The outcome has fueled speculation that the president’s so-called “revenge tour” against perceived disloyal Republicans could extend into future election cycles.
Over the past year, the White House has reportedly circulated an internal list of potential targets, including several GOP senators up for re-election in 2028 such as Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, Rand Paul of Kentucky, and Todd Young of Indiana. Trump has already publicly criticized two House Republicans for actions he interpreted as insufficient support.
In Alaska, Gov. Mike Dunleavy is preparing to announce a 2028 U.S. Senate bid against incumbent Sen. Murkowski, according to multiple sources familiar with the discussions. Dunleavy, a strong Trump ally since 2016, would enter the race as a challenger to one of the Senate’s most moderate Republicans, who has frequently clashed with the president.
Sources close to Dunleavy described him as results-oriented and less focused on national media attention.
“He’s not about an ego and pushing himself in front of the cameras. He gets stuff done,” one Republican senator said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
“He doesn’t like the cocktail parties and photo ops.”
Nevertheless, the governor recognizes the importance of Washington influence for advancing Alaska’s interests. He was the second governor to endorse Trump in 2016 and has made frequent visits to the White House despite the significant distance from Alaska.
“Trump has talked to him before about running and wants him to run,” the source added.
Another individual close to the situation told Fox News Digital that the matchup represents a viable option.
“Obviously there are a lot of frustrations with Sen. Murkowski,” the source said. “Gov. Dunleavy has been not only a successful governor, but a strong ally for him. So it’s only natural that he’d be hearing that from Alaskans — but also from folks in the broader MAGA movement.”
Dunleavy has built a reputation for focusing on energy development, infrastructure, and rural education, earning respect across conservative and Native communities in Alaska. Observers note that his support extends beyond traditional Republican circles, which could prove significant in a statewide contest under Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system.
“Murkowski has never faced a challenger like him,” another source said. “He’s built support that goes beyond just conservatives.”
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The potential race would pit Murkowski, whose family has deep roots in Alaska politics, against Dunleavy, a Trump-aligned executive with a record of delivering tangible results for the state.
Analysts suggest the developments reflect Trump’s broader goal of consolidating influence within the Republican Party as he approaches the later stages of his presidency. Whether the pattern of primary challenges continues will depend on the political landscape heading into the 2028 midterm cycle.
