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Republicans need a net gain of just three or four seats to take over the Senate and — assuming they keep the House — consolidate influence on Capitol Hill. Despite the favorable election arithmetic, Republicans are foundering in several key Senate races and face an uphill battle.

For Republicans itching to regain control of the Senate, Tuesday's election presents a rare opportunity. Only 10 GOP incumbents are on the ballot, compared with nearly two dozen Democrats and independents who caucus with them.

Republicans easily maintained their hold on the House, while missteps from Tea Party favorites helped Democrats retain a majority in the Senate.That means the two chambers of Congress remain deeply divided, with prospects for agreement on such big-ticket items as deficits, tax rates and climate change unclear.

Proposition 39 aims to change state tax law to raise money for green jobs and the general fund. Critics call it a tax hike.

There was something notably different about this debate. It was being run by teenagers. And these teenagers knew what they were talking about.

The campaigns of Republican Congressman Brian Bilbray, the incumbent, and his challenger, Democrat Scott Peters, each released major endorsements today.

Mitt Romney's running mate has staked out a reputation as a fiscal conservative, opposing the economic stimulus as well as earmarks. But when it comes to helping out his district in southern Wisconsin, Rep. Paul Ryan's principles have been flexible.

The addition of Paul Ryan as vice president on the Republican ticket could affect the 52nd Congressional race in San Diego, where polls show the incumbent, Republican Brian Bilbray, and challenger, Democrat Scott Peters, are running neck and neck.

A program that offers residents discounts on prescription drugs was renewed by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors today.

The U.S. Supreme Court said Monday the government must fully reimburse Native American tribes for money they spent on federal programs.