Frank Lautenberg's Senate Seat To Be Filled By Special Election This Year

BuzzFeed - The passing of the longtime Democratic fixture will push a Senate race into high gear. Christie has the option to appoint an interim replacement. Via: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images New Jersey voters will have a chance to vote for a successor to Sen. Frank Lautenberg, who passed away Monday morning, on Election Day this November, though Gov. Chris Christie could schedule a special election earlier if it is deemed "advisable," according to New Jersey law.That will kick New Jersey's Senate race into high gear in the coming days, particularly on the...