Top of the Hour: Putin Wins Russian Election, Morning Headlines

The Takeaway

Vladimir Putin has been elected to serve another six years as Russia’s president. However, many say the win is illegitimate. The official count shows Putin winning 64 percent of the vote, but anti-government protesters claim the voting was fixed. Activists are planning numerous protests near the Kremlin.

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