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Democratic candidate Rob Quist holds the microphone as he begins his concession speech after losing to Republican candidate Greg Gianforte at the DoubleTree Hotel Thursday, May 25, 2017, in Missoula, Mont. Gianforte, a technology entrepreneur, defeated Quist to continue the GOP’s two-decade stronghold on the congressional seat. Democrats had hoped Quist, a musician and first-time candidate, could have capitalized on a wave of activism following President Donald Trump’s election. (Tommy Martino/The Missoulian via AP)

Democratic candidate Rob Quist holds the microphone as he begins his concession speech after losing to Republican candidate Greg Gianforte at the DoubleTree Hotel Thursday, May 25, 2017, in Missoula, Mont. Gianforte, a technology entrepreneur, defeated Quist to continue the GOP’s two-decade stronghold on the congressional seat. Democrats had hoped Quist, a musician and first-time candidate, could have capitalized on a wave of activism following President Donald Trump…

May 26, 2017

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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.