Morning Wire Senate Goes Blue & FTX Scandal | 11.14.22
Nov 14, 2022
Democrats celebrated a surprising win in Nevada, reshaping the Senate scene. The fallout from FTX's bankruptcy raised eyebrows, especially with allegations of fraud and mismanaged funds. As investigations unfold, questions about the ethics of political donations in crypto loom large. Meanwhile, conservative candidates triumphed in school board elections across the country, signaling a cultural shift in education and parent rights. The impact of these victories is expected to resonate in future political battles.
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Democrats Win Senate
- Democrats secured control of the Senate after winning the Nevada race.
- Republicans expressed outrage, as they initially held a lead.
Nevada Vote Count
- Republican Adam Laxalt's initial lead in Nevada disappeared after a batch of 27,000 votes were counted.
- Despite losing the Senate race, Republican Joe Lombardo won the Nevada gubernatorial race.
Vote Counting Delays
- Some states, like Nevada and Arizona, have delayed vote counts due to mail-in ballots and printer issues.
- Republicans are concerned that these delays could lead to fraud, while Democrats argue it's due to urban voters and early voting.