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Senate recount: Franken's on top; Coleman to sue

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The state Canvassing Board certified the recount, with Al Franken ahead by 225 votes, but Norm Coleman said it plans a legal challenge. In a brief appearance, Franken said he is "proud to stand before you as your next senator."

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Counties like Dakota, Carver and Scott took a look at rejected absentee ballots with representatives from the Coleman and Franken campaigns.

Rising state fees come under fire in Minnesota 2020 report

The group, whose chairman once led DFLers in the state House, blamed Gov. Pawlenty for the increase over inflation. Pawlenty's office says taxpayers get to keep more money.

Franken: 'I work for you now'

Democratic Senate candidate claims victory, says he'll go to Washington "soon."

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