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Democrat Scott Colom makes history as Mississippi’s first black senator since 19th Century

In a state Trump won two years ago by 22 points, Colom's victory extends a string of Democratic wins in the Senate.

Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race in surprise victory for party
Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race in surprise victory for party — image via BBC News World — Credit: Storywire

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In a state Trump won two years ago by 22 points, Colom's victory extends a string of Democratic wins in the Senate.

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