Surrounded by about 150 supporters in a Mat-Su Valley airplane hangar, Congressman Nick Begich officially launched his reelection campaign, pledging to continue the aggressive, results-driven approach that has defined his first term in Congress.
Begich, first elected in 2024, will seek a second term in 2026. In just six months, he has helped secure unprecedented wins for Alaska, including mandatory lease sales in ANWR, Cook Inlet, and the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that include tax relief for working families and seniors, new Coast Guard assets, and stronger border protections.
“Alaskans didn’t send me to Congress to trade sound bites, they hired me to fight for real-world wins,” Begich told the crowd that was mainly made up of grassroots Alaskans. “With your continued support, we will continue to deliver wins like these and build a future that reflects our values, unlocks our potential, and delivers opportunities for the next generation of Alaskans.”
The freshman Republican’s campaign launch drew high-profile endorsements from national and state GOP leaders. President Donald Trump issued his endorsement last month, praising Begich’s work on energy, taxes, border security, and the Second Amendment. House Speaker Mike Johnson, Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain also back Begich and call him one of the most effective new members of Congress.
Alaska Republican Party Chair Carmela Warfield credited Begich with delivering more in one term than many do in a career.
Since taking office, Begich was the lead push for legislation to increase Alaska’s oil royalty share by 40%. He also supported eliminating federal taxes on overtime and tips, delivering the largest senior tax cut in history, and securing federal investments in rural healthcare, border enforcement, and veteran services.
He was the first freshman in the 119th Congress to pass multiple bills that were signed into law by President Trump.
Begich, a businessman from Chugiak, serves as vice chair on two subcommittees, vice chair of the Native American Caucus, and sits on committees overseeing energy, fiscal, and national security policy. He lives in Chugiak with his wife and son.
Last month he announced a blockbuster campaign fundraising total of over $800,000 in the second quarter of 2025, setting a new record for off-year fundraising by any US House candidate or incumbent in Alaska history.
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What about continuing issues at the Anchorage VA Clinic, Congressman Begich?
When you were campaigning, you told me you would look into the problems there that I told you about. Despite the written complaint I filed with your office, you and your staff have done nothing. At a minimum, I should have received a written response to my myriad concerns. It appears to me that you don’t care about veterans’ earned benefits and what we cannot access in Alaska.
I voted for you twice and am extremely disappointed now. If you cannot look into the Alaska VA, then you won’t have my vote in the next election.
BB – Please call or drop by the Congressman’s Anchorage office at your convenience, and we can discuss this and start resolving the issue.
Thanks!
Rick Whitbeck – State Director
907.921.6575
1016 W 6th Ave, Ste 406 – ANC 99501
Speaking of responsiveness …..
Problem stated publicly in a comments section. Pretty quick response from Begich office. All BB has to do is give a call or stop by to get this addressed.
Contrast this response with that of the previous office holder, Mary Peltola, who never responded to anything for two solid years.
Good job, Nick. Cheers –
That’s a cheep shot BB. Nick & his great staff have been working their a//// off for our state and our country. In fact they have been picking up after a 4 year sh// show complements of old Joe.
Cry much?
So you want my tax money to be used to fund the time and effort for someone to drop what they’re doing and immediately send you written answers to each of your myriad complaints? Get over yourself and get in line.
He’s been great. He should have no problem getting re-elected as long as the vote isn’t split.
Tom and I will be campaigning with great vigor and zeal for Nicholas. Count on it!
His Democrat challenger will be crying…..”uncle, uncle.”
lol ….. laugh of the Day! Thanks.
He needs to win by a large margin to neutralize the effects of RCV and ballot harvesting.
Alaskan Republicans should be caucusing to primary for a candidate (or candidates) to deal with RCV.
Being endorsed by a twice impeached felon and pedophile should tank his chances of winning. “Then fool’s approval stings.” – TS Eliot
Keep an eye on the investigation into felonies committed by those who used lawfare to come after Trump (Letitia James, Jack Smith, Adam Schiff, James Clapper, Robert Brennan, James Comey, Barack O’Bama, et al). Turnabout is fair play. You guys really aren’t gonna like playing under your new rules. The rest of us will make popcorn to snack on while we watch. Enjoy your Brave New World. Cheers –
Ohhh …. T.S. Eliot! You must be one of the smart kids.
Boston Brahmin, ultimate American WASP, antisemitic man who let his wife die alone in a mental asylum.
Another Great liberal; living on dad’s capitalistic fortune naturally.
Manny no one cares what you think. Let’s just hope to hell he can help get the Russian Ukraine war stopped this week. Of course scum bag democrats like you love war and blood shed, your group of thugs has started about every war we have been involved with.
Sorry I missed you yesterday Nick but had my awesome family on duty to serve you. Looking forward to a fantastic campaign.
Great job
Nick: keep it going! You’re a winner for Alaska!
Good Job! I have been very pleased with the work Mr Begich has done for both our state and our country. From the results I’ve seen, it appears that Mr Begich and his crew have been working hard. Thank you.
I went to the rallly – it was great to see all the energy for Nicks reelection.
Vietnam vet Dave with the Pledge was a nice touch
Thanks to the Glenns for hosting the event
Gutting public radio and defunding a lot of needed programs for Alaska make him a no in my book
With satellite radio who exactly needs public radio, Healthy ??? I have not listened to public radio in years. It had its time; it’s over, like everything else on earth. Us included.