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Senator Lisa Murkowski, who represents Alaska in the U.S. Senate, recently addressed several key issues on her social media account, including concerns about veterans' care, international diplomacy in the Arctic, and developments within the U.S. Coast Guard.

On August 7, 2025, Murkowski criticized a recent move by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), stating: "The decision by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to terminate current contracts and end collective bargaining for its employees is not only hostile to our dedicated VA workers — it also threatens the quality of care provided to our veterans. I have met many times with". This statement follows ongoing national debates over labor rights for federal employees and their impact on service delivery.

Two days later, on August 9, 2025, Murkowski commented on an upcoming diplomatic meeting involving former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin: "President Trump announced he will meet with President Putin in Alaska next Friday to continue negotiations to end Russia’s catastrophic war in Ukraine. This is another opportunity for the Arctic to serve as a venue that brings together world leaders to forge meaningful". The announcement highlights Alaska's strategic position as a site for international dialogue amid ongoing efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.

On August 10, 2025, Murkowski shared her experience visiting a new Coast Guard vessel: "It was an honor to tour the USCGC Storis yesterday with Coast Guard Arctic District Commander, Rear Admiral Bob Little, and the Storis’s crew ahead of the commissioning ceremony this weekend in Juneau, its future home port city. The vessel is the Coast Guard’s first new https://t.co/tM4ZVGKQ1B". The USCGC Storis is set to be commissioned in Juneau as part of efforts to strengthen maritime presence and security in Alaskan waters.

Senator Murkowski has been an advocate for veterans’ affairs and Arctic policy throughout her tenure. Her recent posts reflect ongoing issues at both national and international levels—ranging from labor relations within federal agencies like the VA to global security discussions centered around Alaska’s unique geographic role.