He'll be taking the place of Senator Laphonza Butler. And finally, let me say all this new generation of senators on our side is the most diverse slate of candidates ever. Senators elect Blunt Rochester and also Brooks marked the first time in the Senate's history that two black women will hold office at the same time. Senator Kim is the first Korean American to serve. Senator Gallego. He expands the number of Hispanic representatives in our Senate. And so we've set a record. (08:28–08:38)
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