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Ruben Gallego Wins Arizona Senate Seat

The Arizona congressman beat out Republican Kari Lake, a major Donald Trump ally.

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Rep. Ruben Gallego is projected to win Arizona’s open Senate seat, defeating Republican Kari Lake in one of the most closely watched Senate races this cycle.

His win is a bright spot for Democrats, who lost Arizona in the presidential race and will not keep control of the Senate. The Associated Press called the race late Monday night.

“Gracias, Arizona!” Gallego posted on social media.