On Tuesday, Republican Congressman Rick Crawford secured his reelection for a U.S. House seat representing Arkansas. Having first been elected to Congress in 2010, he serves the constituents of the 1st District. Crawford faced off against Democrat Rodney Govens, a resident of Cabot with a background in telecommunications, in this election.

Crawford’s key roles in Congress include membership on the House Agriculture Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Furthermore, he leads the subcommittee overseeing the Central Intelligence Agency under the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. His district encompasses key areas like Jonesboro, home to Arkansas State University, and West Memphis, showcasing a diverse constituency.

The Associated Press officially announced Crawford’s victory at 9:43 p.m. EST, marking another successful campaign for the incumbent as he continues his legislative work in the nation’s capital.