Main Kremlin party keeps control of Russian parliament after a carefully orchestrated vote
Summary
The main Kremlin party, United Russia, kept control of the Russian parliament after a carefully managed three-day election. Early results show the party winning around 355 out of 450 seats, giving it a strong majority to support President Vladimir Putin.Key Facts
- United Russia is the main Kremlin party in Russia.
- The election lasted three days and was carefully organized.
- Most opposition candidates were excluded from the election.
- United Russia is projected to win about 355 out of 450 seats in the State Duma (the lower house of parliament).
- This would be the highest number of seats the party has ever won if confirmed.
- Over 95% of votes are counted, with United Russia getting close to 58% of votes in party-based seats.
- The State Duma has 225 seats filled by parties and 225 by individual local races.
- United Russia candidates lead in 208 of the 225 local races.
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