Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards Wins Re-election in Louisiana

Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards has won a 2nd term in Louisiana.

As polls predicted, the election was very competitive, but Edwards is now projected to finish ahead of GOP businessman Eddie Rispone.

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