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Governors' Races: Incumbent Scott Beats Crist In Florida

Florida Gov. Rick Scott stops by a Republican call center to rally campaign workers on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla. Scott has narrowly beaten Charlie Crist, NPR projects.
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Florida Gov. Rick Scott stops by a Republican call center to rally campaign workers on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla. Scott has narrowly beaten Charlie Crist, NPR projects.

Gov. Rick Scott will hold on to his job in Florida, NPR projects, as the Republican narrowly defeats Charlie Crist, the former GOP governor who was running as a Democrat.

Update at 10:50 p.m. ET: Walker Wins In Wisconsin

Republican Gov. Scott Walker has won re-election, defeating Democrat Mary Burke.

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The governors' mansions in several other states are certain to have new occupants next year: Arkansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island all have open seats.

We'll update this post with other race results, particularly in contests that are expected to be close. You can also follow our special coverage at NPR's Election Party.

Today, Arkansas voters elected Asa Hutchinson as their new governor.

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