Trump-backed challenger jumps ahead of Republican senator in Indiana recount
A recount in an Indiana Republican primary election changed the result, putting the Trump-backed challenger ahead of the sitting senator. The margin was very narrow. This means the initial count and the recount produced different outcomes.
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2 sourcesRecount puts Trump-backed challenger in the lead of Indiana state Senate primary
Trump-backed challenger jumps ahead of Republican senator in Indiana recount
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4 sourcesTrump-backed challenger jumps ahead of Republican senator in Indiana recount
Recount flips Indiana Senate District 23 win to Paula Copenhaver
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8 sourcesTrump-Backed Republican Wins Indiana Primary by THREE Votes After Recount Overturns Initial Result…
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Trump-backed challenger jumps ahead of Republican senator in Indiana recount