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

Al and Franni Franken

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."

Al Franken leads by 225 votes

as of Monday, 9:34 am.

About this data	Coleman	Franken	Unallocated
Challenged ballots awarded by board	2966	3203
New votes from rejected absentee ballots	305	481	0
Current vote count including awarded ballots	1,212,206	1,212,431

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