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After Franken Resignation, Dayton to Appoint Replacement Soon

After Franken Resignation, Dayton to Appoint Replacement Soon

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Minnesota Senator Al Franken is resigning over allegations of sexual misconduct.  Franken made the announcement from the Senate floor after dozens of Democratic colleagues called for him to step aside.

Hamline University political analyst David Schultz explains what happens next

 

Governor Mark Dayton says he has not yet decided who will fill the vacancy–but he will make that announcement in the next couple of days.