| Today, the DCCC announced that Independent Bill Hill has been added to the committee’s highly competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program, signaling that the DCCC is invested in providing Bill, a top-tier candidate, with the support needed to continue building a winning campaign as he runs for Alaska’s At-Large Congressional seat.
“Nick Begich went to Washington to serve himself and his wealthy friends, and has stood by as reckless policies devastate Alaskans’ way of life. From gutting public radio, to rubber-stamping tariffs crushing fishing families and small businesses, to ripping away health care, to $10 gallons of gas as his war in Iran hits rural villages hardest, Nick Begich has only made Alaskans’ lives harder. Bill Hill is a hardworking Alaskan who will bring a much-needed independent voice to Washington and put working people first — not billionaires or any party. We are united in the goal of defeating Nick Begich, who has sold out Alaskans at every turn,” said DCCC Chair Rep. Suzan DelBene.
Independent Bill Hill is a Dena’ina Athabascan commercial fisherman, union construction worker, and educator of nearly 25 years who has spent his life working for Alaskans. He understands the pressures Alaska families face and connects with Alaskans across party lines thanks to his experience living and working across the state, from Anchorage to Fairbanks to Juneau to Naknek to the village of Kokhanok, where he grew up. Bill is running to protect Alaska’s values as a pro-choice and pro-gun rights independent, focused on lowering costs, taking on D.C. corruption, and making government work for hardworking Alaskans. He is already within striking distance of Nick Begich, who underperformed Trump by double digits in 2024 and is unpopular after selling out his constituents in Washington. The contrast is clear between Nick Begich — out of touch with the needs of hardworking Alaskans — and Bill, who is one.
In a state Donald Trump carried by 13 points, Begich won by just 2.4 — a massive underperformance. Recent polls show a margin of error race, with Bill leading on favorability. In a state where over 60% of voters identify as Independent, Bill is building the coalition and record-breaking resources needed to win.
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