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Republican Greg Gianforte addresses supporters at a hotel ballroom after winning Montana’s sole congressional seat, in Bozeman, Mont., Thursday, May 25, 2017. In his speech, Gianforte apologized for a altercation at his campaign headquarters with a reporter on the eve of the special election. The altercation led to a misdemeanor assault citation. (AP Photo/Bobby Caina Calvan)

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GOP holds onto Montana seat, yet both parties optimistic
May 26, 2017 9:10 p.m.

GOP holds onto Montana seat, yet both parties optimistic

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans and Democrats found cause for optimism Friday even as the GOP candidate, facing last-minute assault charges, held onto Montana’s sole House seat.