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WASHINGTON -- Republicans seized control of the US Senate late Tuesday, November 5, 2024, after flipping Democratic held seats, holding onto GOP incumbents and wresting away the majority for the first time in four years.The unexpected battleground of Nebraska pushed Republicans over the top. Incumbent GOP Senator Deb Fischer brushed back a surprisingly strong challenge from independent newcomer Dan Osborn. Democrats watched their efforts to salvage their slim majority slip out of reach.
John Cornyn, who previously held that post, are the front-runners to replace McConnell in a secret-ballot election scheduled for when senators arrive in Washington next week.Voters said the economy and immigration were the top issues facing the country, but the future of democracy was also a leading motivator for many Americans casting ballots in the presidential election.
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