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Podcast: On the Ballot
Episode: Republicans win House, deliver Trump federal trifecta
Description: On this episode: Major networks and outlets began calling the House of Representatives for Republicans throughout the day on Wednesday, and AP officially did late in the evening. By retaining control of the lower chamber of congress, Republicans now are poised to enter the new year with a federal trifecta.
Erin Covey — who leads The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter’s coverage of the House — joined the show earlier Wednesday afternoon to break down why some states take so long to tabulate votes, what the races yet to be called look like, what trends she’s noticing i...