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As Donald Trump droned on in his boring State of the Union, Democrats celebrated three wins in special elections.
https://newrepublic.com/post/207025/democrats-win-three-big-elections-trump-state-unionDemocrats Win Three Big Elections During Trump’s State of the Union
As Donald Trump droned on in his boring State of the Union, Democrats celebrated three wins in special elections.
While President Trump ranted about tariffs, immigration, and hockey at his State of the Union address Tuesday night, Democrats were celebrating three local election victories in crucial swing states.
Ana Tiburcio of Alleghany County and Jennifer Mazzocco of Lehigh County were elected as Pennsylvania state representatives on Tuesday, securing a Democratic majority in the state legislature—a huge win for Governor Josh Shapiro.
And in Maine, Scott Harriman defeated Republican Janet Beaudoin and further cemented Democrats’ hold on the state House.