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firstread.msnbc.msn.com - 3/16/2009
Downballot: What happens next?
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MINNESOTA: "Lawyers for Democrat Al Franken and Republican Norm Coleman delivered their closing arguments in the case Friday, but nobody knows when the judges will issue a ruling, which could come down in multiple parts. From there, further court action could keep the case going for weeks or months."  "Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) issued a statement saying the decision of the three-judge panel should be respected -- opening the door to seating Franken if the case is ...
Team Franken's Closing Arguments: Franken Won, And Coleman Hasn't Proven Anything Otherwise
tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com - 3/13/2009
Team Franken's Closing Arguments: Franken Won, And Coleman Hasn't Proven Anything Otherwise
— tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com — The closing arguments in the Minnesota election trial are now over, bringing the proceedings in this trial itself to an end. We now await the ruling from the court, and any subsequent appeals that might occur. First up, let's take a look at ... (more) Team Franken's Closing Arguments: Franken Won, And ...

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thehill.com - 3/23/2009
Coleman lawyer predicts loss, appeal
— thehill.com — Former Sen. Norm Coleman's (R-Minn.) attorney predicted last week his client would not make up enough ground to overcome Democrat Al Franken's narrow lead, but said an appeal to the state Supreme Court could have more success. “I think that's ... (more) Coleman lawyer predicts loss, appeal

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startribune.com - 3/17/2009
If Franken wins, he wants Coleman to pay court costs, some lawyers’ fees
— startribune.com — Each side submitted summaries of its case to the three judges who are deliberating in the Senate election contest. (more) If Franken wins, he wants Coleman to pay court costs, ...

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NJDC Blog:  Coleman/Franken Monday Roundup 3/16

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Coleman/Franken Monday Roundup 3/16
NJDC Blog — Your Coleman/Franken Monday roundup: The Hill: “Ruling may not fill Minn. Senate seat” FirstRead: “Downballot: What Happens Next?” KBJR: “MN Senate Trial Coming To Close” HuffPo: “Norm Coleman Floated As RNC Chairman Despite Ethics Troubles” Plum Line: “Norm Coleman As Next RNC Chair? Democrats Not Taking The Bait” Bonus item: “Does Coleman Need Suit Insurance?”

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