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It was a big night for doctors to win seats in Congress, riding the blue wave

Nov 4, 2026 · Selena Simmons-Duffin

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It was a big night for doctors to win seats in Congress, riding the blue wave
Dr. Annie Andrews, who won the race for Senate in South Carolina, talked about the measles outbreak in the state in her campaign. She
Dr. Annie Andrews, who won the race for Senate in South Carolina, talked about the measles outbreak in the state in her campaign. She

Historically, most physicians who served in the House or Senate have been Republicans. In the next Congress, physicians who are Democrats made significant gains.

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