Alaska Judge Denies Senate Campaign Data Request Over Unreasonableness
An Alaska judge has deemed a request from the campaign of U.S. Senate candidate Mary Peltola for data on rejected absentee ballots as "not reasonable," citing time constraints for election officials.
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, November 11, 2026 — A request made by the campaign of U.S. Senate candidate Mary Peltola for data concerning rejected absentee ballots has been ruled “not reasonable” by an Alaska judge. The ruling cited the significant time constraints faced by election officials as the primary reason for denying the request.
The specifics of the data sought by the campaign regarding rejected absentee ballots were not fully detailed in the information available. However, the judge’s decision emphasizes the practical challenges election administrators encounter, particularly concerning the processing and verification of ballots within established timelines.
The campaign’s request was made in the context of seeking information related to absentee ballot rejections. Election officials typically review absentee ballots for various reasons, including signature discrepancies, late submissions, or other eligibility requirements. Data on these rejected ballots can be a point of interest for campaigns seeking to understand electoral processes or identify potential issues.
The judge’s determination highlights a tension between a campaign’s desire for electoral data and the operational capacity of election bodies. The official statement indicated that fulfilling the request was deemed unreasonable due to the burden it would place on election personnel, especially within the context of ongoing election processes or specific deadlines. The name of the judge and the court overseeing this decision were not provided.
No further details regarding the specific election cycle in question or any subsequent actions by the campaign or election officials were made available. The ruling underscores the legal and logistical considerations that govern access to election-related data.
Story summarized from the original created by BECKY BOHRER, Associated Press on www.wfxrtv.com, see more information here.
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