CASPER, W.Y. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement congratulating U.S. Senator-elect Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) and U.S. Representative Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) on their election victories.

“History was made tonight in Wyoming. Congratulations to our first woman to be elected senator, Cynthia Lummis, and to Liz Cheney on their big wins. I’m looking forward to standing alongside them as we work to protect and promote Wyoming.

“Together, we will focus on jobs, the economy, and the responsible development of our natural resources. We’ll preserve the places and values that make Wyoming the best state to call home. The three of us will be an effective, reliable and conservative team representing the people of Wyoming.”

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