Incumbent Republican Nick Begich holds a commanding lead in Alaska’s August 18 top-four primary for the at-large U.S. House seat, with recent surveys showing him at 46-47 percent against a fragmented field. The primary advances the top four finishers to a November ranked-choice general election regardless of party. Democratic pastor Matt Schultz, previously the most visible challenger, suspended his campaign in July and endorsed independent Bill Hill, who has drawn union backing and outside support as an anti-incumbent alternative. Other candidates include additional independents and Republicans, but none have closed the gap in available polling. The race remains a test of Begich’s consolidation of Republican support ahead of the final six days of campaigning.