Longtime NJ Senate president concedes
to GOP truck driver Ed Durr
Posted By: DVC, 11/10/2021 7:47:58 PM
New Jersey state Senate President Steve Sweeney conceded Wednesday to Republican candidate and commercial truck driver Edward Durr, who spent only $153 on his primary campaign. "The results of Tuesday’s election are in, all votes have been fairly counted, and I, of course, accept the results," Sweeney said during a press conference at the statehouse. "I want to congratulate Mr. Durr and wish him the best of luck," added Sweeney, who has served as New Jersey state Senate president since 2010. When asked "what happened" to upend the race in the state's 3rd Legislative District, Sweeney replied, "It was a red wave."
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Finally, the Dem has conceded.