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The Guardian - US
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Joan E Greve and Maanvi Singh

UNBELIEVABLE: Five key takeaways the us midterm elections | History Defined

Brian Kemp stands at a podium surrounded by American and Georgia state flags. Two women, his daughter and wife, stand on either side of him.
Brian Kemp, the Republican governor of Georgia, defeated Trump-backed David Perdue on Tuesday night. Photograph: Erik S Lesser/EPA

Blow to Donald Trump as a political kingmaker

Brian Kemp, the Republican governor of Georgia, defeated former senator David Perdue, who had been endorsed by Donald Trump. Perdue’s loss marked a significant defeat for Trump’s reputation as a kingmaker in the Republican party, as the former president has used the power of his endorsement to wield influence over candidates and lawmakers.

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