Scott defeats Nelson in Florida recount for US Senate
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Republican Gov. Rick Scott appears to have ended the lengthy political career of U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson after final official results posted Sunday showed Scott ahead of the three-term incumbent by more than 10,000 votes.Florida counties had until noon to file official results with the state following a weeklong machine and hand recount that had triggered allegations of fraud and several lawsuits. State officials will certify official results on […]