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Six new senators were sworn in Sunday as part of the 117^th Congress.

New members of the chamber included: Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), who defeated Sen. Doug Jones (D); Sen. John HickenlooperJohn HickenlooperDemocrats frustrated, GOP jubilant in Senate fight Chamber-endorsed Dems struggle on election night OVERNIGHT ENERGY: Down ballot races carry environmental implications | US officially exits Paris climate accord  MORE (D-Colo.), who defeated Sen. Cory GardnerCory GardnerWhy Democratic gains in the suburbs will outlast Trump Mark Kelly to be sworn in as senator on Wednesday Hillicon Valley: Trump fires top federal cybersecurity official, GOP senators push back | Apple to pay 3 million to resolve fight over batteries | Los Angeles Police ban use of third-party facial recognition software MORE (R); Sen. Roger MarshallRoger W. MarshallSenate Democrats rebuke GOP colleagues who say they'll oppose Electoral College results 11 Senate Republicans say they will oppose Electoral College results Wednesday The Hill's Morning Report - Too close to call MORE (R-Kan.), who succeeded Sen. Pat RobertsCharles (Pat) Patrick RobertsWindow quickly closing for big coronavirus deal Trump's controversial Fed nominee stalled after Senate setback Business groups scramble to forge ties amid race for House Agriculture chair MORE (R); Sen. Ben Ray LujanBen Ray LujanER doctor chosen to lead Hispanic Caucus The DCCC chooses a leader — but needs some new rules House Democrats pick Aguilar as No. 6 leader in next Congress MORE (D-N.M.), who succeeded Sen. Tom UdallTom UdallWe can achieve our democratic ideals now by passing the For the People Act Haaland nomination generates excitement in Native American communities Overnight Energy: Biden makes historic pick with Haaland for Interior | Biden set to tap North Carolina official to lead EPA | Gina McCarthy forges new path as White House climate lead MORE (D); Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), who succeeded Sen. Lamar AlexanderLamar AlexanderTrump's push for K stimulus checks hits dead end in Senate 2020: A year in photos A vaccine, a Burrito and more: 7 lighter, memorable moments from 2020 MORE (R); and Sen. Cynthia LummisCynthia Marie LummisSenate Democrats rebuke GOP colleagues who say they'll oppose Electoral College results 11 Senate Republicans say they will oppose Electoral College results Wednesday Next Congress expected to have record diversity MORE (R-Wyo.), who succeeded Sen. Mike EnziMichael (Mike) Bradley EnziWith Senate at stake, Georgia is on all our minds Wyoming mask mandate backed by GOP lawmakers goes into effect Republican Cynthia Lummis wins Wyoming Senate election MORE (R).

Honored to serve, and ready to get to work for New Mexico. pic.twitter.com/dEwKTA9jYn

— Ben Ray Luján (@SenatorLujan) January 3, 2021

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Honor of a lifetime to serve Kansas. pic.twitter.com/dBd5m25oQg

— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) January 3, 2021

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I'm proud to represent the people of Wyoming in the United States Senate. I will work tirelessly to protect the freedoms we hold so dear. #allwyomingallthetime #rideforthebrand pic.twitter.com/3jV7lYfSWh

— Senator Cynthia Lummis (@SenLummis) January 3, 2021

California Secretary of State Alex Padilla (D), who Gov. Gavin NewsomGavin NewsomCalifornia's minimum wage rises to per hour Florida reports first case of new, contagious coronavirus strain LA public health agency tweets COVID-19 death every 10 minutes to encourage people to stay home MORE (D) named as Vice President-elect Kamala HarrisKamala HarrisSenate Democrats rebuke GOP colleagues who say they'll oppose Electoral College results Sunday shows preview: Senate candidates brace for Georgia runoffs; government continues coronavirus vaccine roll out Are we allowed to whisper about the transition to President Harris? MORE’ replacement, is set to assume the seat after Harris resigns following the Jan. 20 inauguration.

"To say the 117th Congress convenes at a challenging time would indeed be an understatement," Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellRomney: Plan to challenge election 'egregious ploy' that 'dangerously threatens' country Kentucky governor calls vandalism to McConnell's home 'unacceptable' Toomey, Murkowski to oppose GOP effort to challenge election results MORE (R-Ky.) said in a statement after senators were sworn in. "From political division to a deadly pandemic to adversaries around the world, the hurdles before us are many and they are serious."

"But there's also plenty of reason for hope," McConnell continued. "An optimistic forward-looking ... spirit has been one of our country's most distinctive calling cards since our very earliest days. And with safe and effective vaccines rolling out across our nation every day, I'd say 2021 looks bright already."

The chamber’s balance of power will not become clear until after Tuesday’s Senate runoffs in Georgia, where Sens. Kelly LoefflerKelly LoefflerSunday shows preview: Senate candidates brace for Georgia runoffs; government continues coronavirus vaccine roll out Why Democratic gains in the suburbs will outlast Trump Trump calls Georgia Senate runoffs 'both illegal and invalid' in New Year's tweets MORE (R) and David PerdueDavid PerdueSunday shows preview: Senate candidates brace for Georgia runoffs; government continues coronavirus vaccine roll out Why Democratic gains in the suburbs will outlast Trump Trump calls Georgia Senate runoffs 'both illegal and invalid' in New Year's tweets MORE (R) will defend their seats against the Rev. Raphael Warnock (D) and Jon Ossoff (D), respectively.

A Democratic victory in both seats would result in a 50-50 split in the chamber, with tie votes broken by Harris.

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