Sheldon Whitehouse Secures Fourth Term in Rhode Island Senate Race
The Associated Press declared Whitehouse victorious over Patricia Morgan shortly after polls closed, affirming his continued leadership in progressive causes.
- Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse was re-elected to the U.S. Senate from Rhode Island, defeating Republican challenger Patricia Morgan.
- The Associated Press called the race for Whitehouse at 8:00 p.m., just as polls closed, with Whitehouse leading 56.3% to Morgan's 43.4% based on unofficial results.
- Whitehouse, a senator since 2007, is known for his advocacy on climate change, Supreme Court reform, and reducing dark money in politics.
- His campaign was significantly better funded than Morgan's, raising over $4.6 million compared to Morgan's $271,428.
- Endorsed by several prominent organizations, Whitehouse's victory reflects continued support for his progressive agenda in Rhode Island.
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