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'We got our butts kicked.' Republicans rattled by Democratic momentum ahead of midterms

'We got our butts kicked.' Republicans rattled by Democratic momentum ahead of midterms

Summary

In recent elections in Wisconsin, Democrats won key races, concerning Republicans. This included victories in the Wisconsin Supreme Court and a mayoral race in Waukesha.

Key Facts

  • U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a Republican, described the election outcomes as a significant loss for the party.
  • Democrats won the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.
  • Democrats also secured the mayor's office in Waukesha, a traditionally conservative area.
  • In Georgia, a special election showed a narrower win for the Republican candidate compared to previous elections.
  • This election performance has caused concern among Republicans about Democratic momentum.

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