Nelson Won't Seek Re-election, Groh Eyes Seat

Anchorage Republican Representative David Nelson, known for his advocacy for veterans and sponsoring sports gambling legislation, has decided not to seek re-election for his state House district. His upcoming marriage to his college sweetheart, Breanna, is the primary reason for his departure. This district, covering Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and Government Hill, has seen a political tug-of-war between Nelson and Democrat Cliff Groh. If Groh wins the seat again in 2026, it could strengthen the Democratic coalition majority in the Alaska House of Representatives. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.