Obama Welcomes Franken To Energy, Health Care Fights
The WH waited until after ex-Sen. Norm Coleman (R) conceded to issue a statement congratulating Sen.-elect Al Franken (D).
Pres. Obama: "I look forward to working with Senator-Elect Franken to build a new foundation for growth and prosperity by lowering health care costs and investing in the kind of clean energy jobs and industries that will help America lead in the 21st century."