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Trump Bedminster golf course falls to Dems as Republicans lose key House seat

Republican loss of a key House seat signals Democratic electoral momentum.

Context

What happened: New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, home to President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course, is projected to elect former Navy helicopter pilot Rebecca Bennett over Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J. Why it matters: The loss in a key swing district is a critical victory for House Democrats, and House Republicans told Fox News Digital they had given up hope of keeping the majority. Key numbers: Kean was seeking a third term and missed 135 roll call votes during a four-month absence for depression treatment.

What changed

New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, home to President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course, is projected to elect former Navy helicopter pilot Rebecca Bennett over Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J.

Why it matters

The loss in a key swing district is a critical victory for House Democrats, and House Republicans told Fox News Digital they had given up hope of keeping the majority. Key numbers: Kean was seeking a third term and missed 135 roll call votes during a four-month absence for depression treatment.

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