One of the most closely watched races in the battle for the senate. joni ernst and democrat bruce braley in iowa. still too soon to say who will win this democrat-held seat being vacated by retiring senator tom harkin, but we can tell you that ernst has a slight lead. that is how our decision desk is characterizing it. as you take a look at the balance of power, 47 republicans, 42 as we ve been ticking out throughout the night. net gain of five. there s history being made in iowa as fox news projects that governor terry branstead will win a sixth term in office against jack hatch. branstad will set a new record as the longest serving governor. from george clinton from 1777 to 1804. that s not really a trivia fact. you know comes to you really off the top. ....