Senator-Elect Mark Kelly To Be Sworn In On Wednesday

November 30, 2020 Democrats, Government

Sen.-elect Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) will be sworn in on Wednesday, according to a senior Democratic aide. Kelly defeated GOP Sen. Martha McSally (Ariz.) during the election earlier this month and the results of the race are expected to be certified on Monday, clearing the way for him to join the Senate.

The swearing-in of Kelly, who is married to former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.), will narrow the Senate GOP majority from 53-47 to 52 seats to Democrats 48. Which party will control the chamber in January remains in limbo and will be decided by the outcome of the two January runoff elections in Georgia.

Senator-elect Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) will be sworn in as a U.S. Senator this Wednesday, Dec. 2 at noon, per a senior Democratic aide. The GOP’s Senate majority shrinks by one vote.

— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) November 30, 2020