Republican Representative Mike Turner secured his reelection for a seat in the U.S. House, representing the state of Ohio on Tuesday. His win in a competitive three-way race marks his 12th term in Congress, solidifying his position. This election year, the city of Springfield, which lies within Turner’s 10th Congressional District, gained attention following claims made by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. He inaccurately asserted that Haitian immigrants in the area were engaging in the consumption of pets. In response to the influx of immigrants, Turner, along with other local leaders, sought federal assistance to enhance health services, education, and law enforcement in Springfield.

Turner’s challengers included Democrat Amy Cox, who is an expert in urban agriculture, and independent candidate Michael Harbaugh. The race garnered significant public interest, especially given the surrounding controversies. The announcement of Turner’s victory was made by news outlets at 9:33 p.m. EST on election night, confirming his continued role in representing the interests of his constituents.