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J. D. Vance: “Dan Sullivan banned fish imports from Russia.”

Featuring: J. D. Vance, Republican | Vice President of the United States | National

'She Didn't Pass A Single Piece Of Legislation': JD Vance Slams Alaska Congresswoman Mary Peltola

Published October 6, 2026

Judge a politician by what they did when they had the chance. And what, And what did Mary Peltola do for Alaska's fishermen when she was in office? Not a damn thing, Dan. Meanwhile, Dan Sullivan banned fish imports from Russia. He's guaranteed fishermen have a voice in USDA programs by securing funding for the Office of Seafood. (02:06–02:09)

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Asserts that Dan Sullivan implemented a ban on fish imports from Russia.

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“We made Fairbanks a military powerhouse.”
Asserts that Fairbanks has been developed into a military powerhouse.00:42-00:46
“Dan Sullivan secured funding for the Office of Seafood.”
Asserts that Dan Sullivan obtained funding for the Office of Seafood.02:13-02:21
“Our Coast Guard is now patrolling the waters, ensuring that Alaska's fish go to Alaska's fishermen.”
Asserts that the Coast Guard is actively patrolling to protect Alaska's fisheries.02:27-02:35
“Mary Peltola didn't pass a single piece of legislation [for Alaska's fishermen] when she was in office.”
Asserts that Mary Peltola did not pass any legislation benefiting Alaska's fishermen during her tenure.02:44-02:54
“Dan Sullivan has fought tirelessly to open up ANWR and advance drilling in the National Petroleum Reserve.”
Asserts that Dan Sullivan has been actively working to open ANWR and promote drilling in the National Petroleum Reserve.03:54-04:04
“Thanks to Dan Sullivan, thanks to Nick Begich, and thanks to President Donald J. Trump, Alaska is finally rebuilding energy again.”
Asserts that Dan Sullivan, Nick Begich, and Donald Trump have contributed to the rebuilding of Alaska's energy sector.05:44-05:53