Franken Declared Winner Of Senate Race

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By KBJR News 1

Story Published: Jun 30, 2009 at 12:16 PM CST

Story Updated: Jun 30, 2009 at 7:46 PM CST

Republican Norm Coleman has conceded to Democrat Al Franken in Minnesota's contested Senate race, ending a nearly eight-month recount and court fight.

Coleman conceded at a news conference in St. Paul, a few hours
after a unanimous Minnesota Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the former
Saturday Night Live comedian and liberal commentator should be
certified the winner.

Franken's presence in the Senate will give the Democrats control
of 60 seats, including two independents, enough to overcome any
Republican filibuster if they stay united.

A spokesman for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said the earliest Franken would be seated is next week, because the Senate is out of session for the July 4 holiday.

Thursday, Nov 12 at 4:20 PM Anonymous wrote ...

libs are such liers and cheaters!!! hes such a fake ugliest thing in the state!!!

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