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Democrats, Republicans make history in 2020 Congressional elections

As Americans eagerly await the results of the presidential election, local races all around the country are bringing historic results that would shape the next Congress. Democrat Mondaire Jones made history as one of the first two openly gay Black men elected to the House of Representatives after winning his New York race. Also, North Carolina Republican Madison Cawthorn will soon be the youngest member of Congress at just 25 years old after winning his House race. Nancy Cordes shares more developments. Source

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Campaigns and political parties prepare legal teams to monitor election

As both presidential candidates prepare for a potential legal battle following Election Day, lawyers nationwide are watching closely. Walker and Associates managing partner James Walker Jr. joins CBSN to discuss what cities his firm’s lawyers are focused on and what kind of red flags can tip off possible voter suppression. Source

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Georgia, North Carolina remain too close to call

Georgia and North Carolina typically lean Republican in the presidential election, but in 2020 they’re considered toss-ups. Mail-in votes still need to be counted before a winner can be declared. CBS News campaign reporter LaCrai Mitchell looks at what these states mean for both candidates. Source

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Here’s how the Latino vote is shaping Trump and Biden’s tight race

Latino communities across the U.S. were long held as a single voting bloc, but economic, geographic and cultural differences show stark divides in how Latino Americans have cast their ballots in 2020. María Elena Salinas joins “CBS This Morning” to break down the diverse communities’ impact on the race. Source

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Glitches, plumbing issue delaying Georgia vote count

The presidential race in Georgia is too close to call with a surplus of absentee ballots still yet to be counted. A burst water pipe at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta where votes are being processed was one of a few issues the state is dealing with. Mark Strassmann reports. Source

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