A leader on gun violence prevention, Sen. Chris Murphy's portfolio grew in his most recent senate term to include immigration, foreign policy and "loneliness."

Chris Murphy appeared to be cruising to another lopsided victory early Tuesday night over badly underfunded Republican challenger Matthew Corey and a pair of minor-party candidates. The Associated Press called the race for Murphy by 8:10 p.

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy won a third term, easily fending off three challengers. The Associated Press called the race soon after polls closed.