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Rep. John Boehner. Photo by Tom Williams/Getty Images It was swift and it was certain. The Republican wave that swept over the House of Representatives last night will not only shuffle the balance of power in Congress, but…

As results start to flow in from Election Day 2010, the NewsHour is offering live coverage and analysis, including an election special from 10 p.m. ET - midnight that you can watch on our livestream. In addition,…

Here is a quick early look at turnout in some of the key states we're watching this Election Day: KENTUCKY Per Les Fugate, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State: "Turnout across the state is steady, and for a midterm election…