Lisa Murkowski's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Lisa Murkowski

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Lisa Murkowski. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Lisa Murkowski is an American attorney and politician currently serving as a senior United States Senator for Alaska, a position she has held since 2002. She is notable as the first woman to represent Alaska in the Senate and is the second-most senior Republican woman in the Senate. With the passing of Representative Don Young, Murkowski became the dean of Alaska's congressional delegation. Her tenure reflects a significant presence in Alaskan and national politics.

2004: Elected to Full Senate Term

In 2004, Lisa Murkowski ran for and won a full term in the U.S. Senate, securing 48% of the vote.

November 17, 2010: Won Write-In Campaign

On November 17, 2010, it was reported that Lisa Murkowski had become only the second Senate candidate to win a write-in campaign.

2010: Lost Republican Primary, Won as Write-In

In 2010, Lisa Murkowski lost the Republican primary to Joe Miller but subsequently ran as a write-in candidate and won the general election against Miller and Scott McAdams.

2016: Re-elected to Senate

In 2016, Lisa Murkowski was re-elected to the Senate after securing the Republican Party nomination.

2022: Won Reelection Against Tshibaka

In 2022, Lisa Murkowski won reelection by beating Kelly Tshibaka, receiving 53.7% of the vote after the ranked-choice tabulation.

2022: Re-elected to the Senate

Lisa Murkowski was reelected in 2022.