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Polls Close in Massachusetts Governor Senate and Congressional Races

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Polls closed in the 2026 Massachusetts election, with results still unofficial pending certification. Ten-term incumbent James O’Day was the sole candidate listed for the 14th Worcester House District, while Ravi Simon was unopposed for the 13th Middlesex seat. In the open 6th Congressional District race, Democrat Dan Koh faced Republican Micah Jones; statewide contests included the governor’s race, U.S. Senate race and nine ballot questions. Local election guides outlined ward- and precinct-specific ballots in Somerville and Medford, while a Worcester County article noted that District Attorney Joseph Early has led the office since 2007 but provided no race outcome. Connecticut coverage listed contests including the governor, congressional and state legislative races, alongside local and statewide offices.

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