Ruben Gallego Secures Arizona Senate Seat in Key Victory
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Democrat Ruben Gallego has been elected as Arizona's first Latino U.S. senator, defeating Republican Kari Lake. Gallego's victory continues a trend of Democratic successes in Arizona, a state that has shifted away from its Republican roots since 2016. Gallego, a five-term House member and Iraq War veteran, emphasized his personal story and moderate stance, while Lake struggled with her hardline positions and attempts to moderate her image. With this win, the GOP holds 53 seats in the Senate.
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- Democrat Gallego wins Arizona, Republicans hold 53-47 US Senate majority Al Jazeera English
- Democrat Ruben Gallego elected to US Senate in Arizona, Edison Research projects Reuters
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