Overview

• Murkowski told Galen Druke she has thought about caucusing with Democrats and is “open to exploring something different than the status quo” for Alaska’s benefit.
• She said any switch would hinge on a hypothetical scenario in which Democrats win a Senate majority and pass bills serving her state’s interests.
• The senator cited Alaska’s bipartisan coalition legislature as a model for effective governance beyond strict party labels.
• While critical of policies on both sides, Murkowski maintained that her philosophy generally aligns more closely with Republicans.
• She described a recent “very pleasant” conversation with President Trump about channeling resources to Alaska, underscoring her focus on practical cooperation.