Republican Congressman Pete Sessions has successfully secured his reelection to a U.S. House seat in Texas, triumphing over his opponent, Democrat Mark Lorenzen. This significant win comes after a competitive race, solidifying Sessions’ continuing role in the House of Representatives.

Last fall, Sessions was among a group of nine Republicans vying for the position of House Speaker following the departure of Kevin McCarthy. His extensive political career began when he was first elected to Congress back in 1996, where he served the Dallas area for many years. However, he faced a notable setback in 2018 when he was unseated by Democratic Representative Collin Allred.

The results of the election were confirmed when Sessions was declared the victor at 9:59 p.m. EST, marking a turning point in his political journey as he returns to represent his constituents in Texas once again.