Senate Democrats won't have to worry about an open seat in a very expensive state this Fall, with Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) turning back a vigorous primary challenge from Congressman Rob Andrews last night, winning by a 59%-35% margin.

For his part, Andrews ruled out any return to the House. His wife had filed for the seat and secured establishment support -- but openly said she could step down and allow party leaders to pick someone else, leading to accusations that he would seek to fall back on the nomination for his old seat should he lose the Senate primary.