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RINO Murkowski BETRAYS Democrat Ally, Finally Backs Republican Sullivan

Gary FranchiJanuary 12, 2026445 views
RINO Murkowski BETRAYS Democrat Ally, Finally Backs Republican Sullivan
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In a stunning reversal that has political observers scratching their heads, Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) has finally done something resembling what a Republican is supposed to do – endorse her fellow GOP senator Dan Sullivan over a Democrat challenger.

The move comes as former Democratic Representative Mary Peltola launched her electoral comeback bid Monday morning, attempting to reclaim political relevance in Alaska. But instead of her usual pattern of crossing party lines to embrace Democrats, Murkowski shocked everyone by actually supporting the Republican for once.

This represents a dramatic shift for Murkowski, who has made a career out of stabbing conservatives in the back while maintaining cozy relationships with Democrats. Her previous endorsements of Peltola raised serious questions about whether she belonged in the Republican Party at all.

RINO Track Record Finally Catches Up

Let's be clear – this single endorsement doesn't erase Murkowski's long history of betraying conservative values and the America First agenda. From opposing Trump nominees to blocking crucial conservative legislation, she's consistently been a thorn in the side of Patriots who actually want to Make America Great Again.

The fact that it took a direct choice between a fellow Republican senator and a Democrat for Murkowski to do the right thing speaks volumes about her priorities. Real conservatives shouldn't be celebrating – they should be asking why this is even newsworthy.

"Murkowski's endorsement of Sullivan over Peltola shouldn't earn her any medals. It's literally the bare minimum we should expect from someone calling herself a Republican."

With Trump now in his second term and the MAGA movement stronger than ever, RINOs like Murkowski are feeling the heat from Patriots who demand actual conservative representation, not Democrat-lite policies wrapped in a Republican label.

The real question isn't whether Murkowski will support Sullivan – it's whether Alaska voters will finally send her packing when her time comes. Patriots deserve representatives who fight for America First values every single day, not just when it's politically convenient.

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Gary Franchi

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TrueRedStateVerifiedJan 14, 2026
This is what happens when RINOs realize their liberal friends won't save them at the ballot box. Sullivan has been consistent from day one - that's real leadership.
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AlaskanMom3VerifiedJan 14, 2026
So true! My family has supported Sullivan since his first run. He actually listens to constituents unlike some people...
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DefendTheConstitutionVerifiedJan 14, 2026
Better late than never I guess, but we need to primary her out in 2028.
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AlaskaPatriot47VerifiedJan 14, 2026
About time! Murkowski has been playing both sides for years while Alaskans suffer. Sullivan actually fights for our state and conservative values.
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FreedomFirst2024VerifiedJan 15, 2026
Exactly! She only switched because she knows her seat is in danger next election cycle.
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ConservativeVoter88VerifiedJan 14, 2026
Finally some good news! But honestly, can we really trust her after all the times she's stabbed Republicans in the back?