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Patty Murray Picked For Major Senate Leadership Role
After securing a sixth term, Sen. Patty Murray was nominated Wednesday to serve as president pro tempore, third in line to the presidency.

After securing a sixth term, Sen. Patty Murray was nominated Wednesday to serve as president pro tempore, third in line to the presidency.

The Secretary of State's office said an issue with the VoteWA system slowed workers' ability to verify signatures and process ballots.
Democratic Sen. Patty Murray is seeking a sixth term in Congress and held a commanding lead on election night.
Both countywide ballot measures garnered strong support in early returns, and Seattle was split on whether to overhaul its voting system.
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