India, Oct. 31 -- Mary Peltola is an American politician who made history as the first Alaska Native elected to the US Congress and the first woman to represent Alaska in the House of Representatives. A Democrat known for her focus on rural communities, fisheries and economic issues, she is now seeking a seat in the US Senate.

Peltola represented Alaska's at-large congressional district from 2022 to 2025. She is challenging Republican Senator Dan Sullivan in the November 3, 2026, general election, a contest that has drawn national attention because of its potential implications for control of the Senate.

Here is a closer look at her age, background, education, career and family.

Mary Peltola Age and Early Life

Mary Peltola was born on...