The executive director of the Alaska Democratic Party was arrested for driving under the influence early July 2 near Soldotna, according to law enforcement.
Lindsay Kavanaugh, 42, faces three misdemeanor charges for driving under the influence of a controlled substance, refusing to undergo a breath test, and unplugging trooper equipment following her arrest.
Kavanaugh has served as the executive director of the Alaska Democratic Party since 2019. Prior to that, she worked as a senior adviser to U.S. Sen. Mark Begich.
“I am disappointed that my friend and colleague may have exercised poor judgment while on personal leave and jeopardized the safety of herself and others,” said Mike Wenstrup, chair of the Alaska Democratic Party. “As executive director, Lindsay’s performance to date has been exemplary. I remain confident in her ability to perform her responsibilities as she continues to move the Alaska Democratic Party forward.”
Neither Kavanaugh nor her attorney responded to calls for comment.
Kavanaugh was stopped after 1 a.m. July 2 by Alaska State Troopers for moving violations on the Sterling Highway, according to a trooper report.
According to the trooper report, investigation revealed Kavanaugh “was impaired by alcoholic beverages.” She was charged with driving under the influence of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor, according to court documents.
Kavanaugh refused to submit to a breath test following arrest and was subsequently charged for refused to submit to a chemical test, also a misdemeanor.
According to the trooper report, Kavanaugh unplugged trooper equipment while at a trooper post, resulting in a charge of fifth degree criminal mischief, a misdemeanor.
Kavanaugh was held at the Wildwood pretrial facility in Kenai and later was released.
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