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Costliest Congressional Race In History Sees First Debate

Georgia's 6th Congressional District has been in Republican hands for decades. Democrats are betting this month's special election will change that.

Georgia's 6th Congressional District in the suburbs north of Atlanta was once held by former Speaker Newt Gingrich. Its most recent occupant, HHS Secretary Tom Price, resigned to join President Trump's Cabinet.

Both Republicans and Democrats see the June 20 special election to replace Price as a possible bellwether

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