Democratic Representative Eric Sorensen has successfully secured reelection for his seat in the U.S. House, representing Illinois.
Sorensen went head-to-head with Republican challenger Joe McGraw, a retired judge who emphasized economic issues throughout his campaign.
This victory marks a significant achievement for Sorensen, who is serving his first term after succeeding former Democratic Representative Cheri Bustos, who opted out of running for another term.
The expansive district, which encompasses key areas such as Moline and Rockford, has seen this competitive race unfold.
The announcement of Sorensen’s victory was made early Wednesday morning at 4:53 a.m. EST.