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Rispone calls Gov. Edwards to concede

Edwards and Rispone debated on Oct. 9, 2019, before the Oct. election. They will meet again on Oct. 30. (Source: Gray TV)
Edwards and Rispone debated on Oct. 9, 2019, before the Oct. election. They will meet again on Oct. 30. (Source: Gray TV)(KNOE)
Published: Nov. 16, 2019 at 10:19 PM CST
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WAFB has learned Eddie Rispone conceded to Gov. John Bel Edwards in a phone call on Saturday, Nov. 16.

The news was first reported by WAFB on Election Night after Political Analyst Jim Engster projected Edwards to win.

An official statement from Rispone is expected.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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