The Hill By Aaron Blake
Minnesota’s Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Democrat Al Franken is the winner of the state’s Senate race and should be awarded a certificate of election, paving the way for Franken to be seated.
“For all of the foregoing reasons, we affirm the decision of the trial court that Al Franken received the highest number of votes legally cast and is entitled under [state law] to receive the certificate of election as United States Senator from the State of Minnesota,” the ruling states.
Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R) has suggested that he would follow the court’s lead on whether to sign a certificate of election.
Without the certificate, Democrats have declined to attempt to seat Franken.
Coleman was the leader after Election Day, but a recount showed Franken overtaking him. A three-judge panel then affirmed Franken’s victory, which led to Coleman’s appeal to the state Supreme Court.
Coleman can still file suit in federal court, which could issue an order preventing Franken from being seated. It’s not yet clear whether Coleman will pursue further legal action, as his legal bills mount and public patience with his challenge wanes.
The former senator has seen several members of his staff disperse in recent months including, recently, his campaign manager.
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