A Minnesota court ruled Monday night that Democrat Al Franken has defeated Republican Norm Coleman and should be granted the election certificate that will allow him to take his seat in the U.S. Senate.
3 judge panel declares Franken winner - Manu Raju - POLITICO.com

it's may 2009 and the desperado republicans just can't face the facts they lost an election that took place 6 months ago.

but once he gets the certificate, he'll likely be seated in the senate.