In today’s edition, national political correspondent Steve Kornacki breaks down how New Jersey could provide an early test for Donald Trump's coalition. A blue state could provide an early test for the Trump coalitionBy Steve KornackiOne of the biggest gains Donald Trump notched this year came in what has been one of the bluest states in the country: New Jersey. Increased Hispanic support for Trump has also made the state’s largest city, Newark, somewhat less of a vote bank for Democrats. Read more →Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, 82, is recovering from minor injuries after falling following Senate Republicans' weekly lunch on Tuesday, his office said. Read more →A growing band of younger, more energetic House Democrats is challenging seasoned veterans for powerful congressional posts, upending the party’s long-standing practice of deference to seniority.

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