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John McCain's next move

McCain tacked right to beat back a Tea Party challenge. Will he stay on that path or reclaim his role as a GOP "maverick"?

Former presidential candidate Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) GOP defeated Tea Party challenger J.D. Hayworth on Tuesday.

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