By Seth McLaughlin and S.A. Miller - The Washington Times - Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Sen. Bernard Sanders on Tuesday defended his political backyard, winning Vermont in the 2020 Democratic presidential race.

There were 16 pledged delegates on the line in Vermont.

News networks immediately called the race for Mr. Sanders.

Vermont is among the 15 states and territories holding primary and caucus contests.

Mr. Sanders held a delegate lead heading into Super Tuesday.

• Seth McLaughlin can be reached at smclaughlin@washingtontimes.com.

• S.A. Miller can be reached at smiller@washingtontimes.com.

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