Duckworth and Rubio Score Early Election Wins

The transcript discusses the AP's projections for the 2016 elections, highlighting Duckworth's projected win in the Illinois Senate race and Marco Rubio's retention of his Senate seat in Florida. It also mentions the AP's projection of Washington DC going for Hillary Clinton. The importance of the Illinois Senate race for the Democrats is emphasized, as they aim to gain more seats. The Florida race, initially a toss-up, saw Rubio returning to the Senate after a widened lead in the final days.

What does the text suggest about the outcome of the race in Florida?

What factors contributed to the perception of the Senate race as a toss-up?