Republicans had a clean sweep Tuesday night in Wisconsin, with Scott Walker to become the next Governor and the GOP taking control of both the Assembly and Senate. 2011 will mark the first time since the 1995-96 legislative session that Republicans will control the Assembly, Senate, and the Governor's Office.
Assembly Wins 60-38-1 Advantage
The Republican wave occurred throughout the state. GOP candidates won key Assembly races to regain control of the chamber just two years after the Democrats obtained the majority. Based on last night's results, the Assembly will hold a 60-38-1 advantage in upcoming legislative session. In 2009-10, Democrats held a 51-46-2 advantage.
Senate Republicans have 19-14 Majority
In the Senate, Republicans were victorious in key races, handing the GOP control for the first time since the 2005-06 legislative session. Senate Majority Leader Russ Decker (D-Weston) lost to challenger Pam Galloway (R). Rep. Leah Vukmir (R) defeated incumbent Democratic Senator Jim Sullivan in the 5th Senate District, which encompasses Wauwatosa. Republican Van Wanggaard defeated incumbent Democratic Senator John Lehman in the 21st District, which encompasses Racine. Republican Terry Moulten defeated Democratic incumbent Pat Kreitlow (D-Chippewa Falls).
In the race for Attorney General, incumbent J.B. Van Hollen (R) won easily, defeating Democratic opponent Scott Hassett (D).
Johnson Defeats Feingold
At the federal level, the news of the night was political newcomer Republican Ron Johnson's victory over longtime U.S. Senator Russ Feingold. The GOP did not retake control of the U.S. Senate. As expected, Republicans made huge gains in the U.S. House of Representatives, handing the GOP control.
In the key Wisconsin Congressional races, Republican Sean Duffy beat State Senator Julie Lassa (D-Stevens Point) to fill the seat of retiring U.S. Representative Dave Obey in the 7th Congressional District. Reid Ribble (R) defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen (D) in the 8th Congressional District.
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