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Luján projected to win New Mexico Senate reelection

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Democratic Sen. Ben Ray Luján won re-election in New Mexico, defeating Republican challenger Larry Marker. Luján declared victory as early returns showed him well ahead, and Decision Desk HQ later projected him as the winner. He thanked voters and said conversations with residents during the campaign would guide his work in the Senate.

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