Anchorage:Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins has won Alaska's gubernatorial election, marking the end of Republican control of the governor's office. Kreiss-Tomkins' victory is part of a broader trend of Democratic gains in this year's elections across the United States, including six governorships switching from Republican to Democratic control.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Kreiss-Tomkins, a 37-year-old former state legislator, will become the youngest governor in Alaska's history and the youngest serving governor in the United States next year. He successfully defeated three Republican candidates in the race to replace outgoing Governor Mike Dunleavy, who could not seek reelection due to term limits.

Alaska's electoral system allows the top four candidates from the primary to advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation. Although the state employs ranked-choice voting, it was unnecessary in this election as Kreiss-Tomkins secured more than half the votes in the initial round. His main Republican opponent, Anchorage businesswoman Bernadette Wilson, endorsed by President Donald Trump, placed second but was significantly behind Kreiss-Tomkins.

Kreiss-Tomkins, known in Alaska as JKT, also garnered support from notable Republicans, including Senator Lisa Murkowski, who endorsed him shortly before the election. Murkowski, considered a moderate, praised Kreiss-Tomkins for his pragmatic approach and ability to bridge political divides. During his campaign, Kreiss-Tomkins focused on initiatives such as increasing public education investment, making energy more affordable, expanding Medicaid access, and enhancing protections for Alaska's fisheries. He also proposed a temporary halt on new data center developments until proper regulations are established and pledged to prevent these centers from receiving government subsidies for electricity costs.