At forum, Alaska’s Republican governor candidates split with Trump on Greenland

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: February 13, 2026

Words: 959

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago


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A fast-moving forum in Juneau on Wednesday hosted 10 of Alaska’s 12 Republican candidates for governor, but the size of the field in the hourlong event meant there was more flavor than meat in the soup du jour.

All but two of the candidates effusively praised incumbent President Donald Trump, but despite that support, most said they disagree with his attempt to acquire Greenland and make it part of the United States.

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