On Tuesday, Republican Representative Andy Harris secured his position in the U.S. House, defeating Democrat Blane Miller in the race for Maryland’s congressional seat. Harris stands out as the sole Republican within the state’s congressional representation.

Since he took office in 2011, he has been the representative for Maryland’s 1st Congressional District, an area that encompasses the Eastern Shore, along with Cecil and Harford counties, and a portion of Baltimore County. In his tenure, Harris has been an active member of the House Appropriations Committee, contributing to the development and oversight of the federal budget.

In September, his leadership role expanded when he was appointed as the new chair of the conservative Freedom Caucus, a group known for advocating for limited government and fiscal conservatism. Before entering politics, Harris worked as an anesthesiologist and also had experience as a state senator after first being elected to office in 2010. The announcement of his victory came in at 9:35 p.m. EST, solidifying his continued influence in Maryland politics.