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After a monthlong recount process, Sen. Melissa Hurtado, D-Sanger, has declared victory in the Senate District 16 race.

"While both our campaigns have requested the review of additional election materials, it is clear the recount process will not change the certified winner, Melissa Hurtado,” Lisa Gasperoni, a consultant for the Hurtado campaign, said Friday.