Lisa Murkowski: “I just think that right now it's a pretty negative influence.”

This is an individual that is not only qualified for this position, he is ready to hit the ground running as a U.S. District Court judge.

Kyle brings extensive knowledge of both our state and our court system to the federal bench, having served the District of Alaska as a federal prosecutor and U.S. Magistrate Judge, a position he has held in Alaska for the past five years.

I join Alaskans in condolences as we learn of the plane crash in Cape Newenham today.

This unprecedented announcement moves our long-sought Alaska natural gas pipeline closer than ever to construction and operation. South Korea’s commitment to invest $54 billion to build the gasline will deliver significant benefits for…