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Beto O'Rourke drops 'F bomb' as he thanks supporters during concession speech

The U.S. Senate race between Beto O'Rourke and Ted Cruz was close, but Cruz was ultimately named the winner by the Associated Press Tuesday night.

EL PASO — After a disappointing loss to Sen. Ted Cruz, Beto O'Rourke addressed an El Paso crowd and dropped an "F bomb" in the process as he got emotional thanking his supporters.

The U.S. Senate race between O'Rourke and Cruz was close, but Cruz was ultimately named the winner by the Associated Press Tuesday night.

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During his concession speech, the El Paso Congressman said, "I'm so (expletive) proud of you guys."

Although O'Rourke didn't claim a Senate seat, many are calling for him to run for the seat in the oval office.

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