Republican Representative Tony Gonzales secured his reelection to a U.S. House seat in Texas on Tuesday, marking the beginning of his third term. As a Navy veteran, Gonzales represents a border district that has seen him engage in disputes with some members of his own party who view him as too centrist in his approach.

In 2023, the state party took the unusual step of censuring him due to his support for federal protections of same-sex marriage and his endorsement of a bipartisan gun safety bill that followed the tragic mass shooting in Uvalde. Additionally, Gonzales has been at odds with fellow Republicans regarding stringent immigration policies, further highlighting his moderate stance. Currently, Gonzales is a member of the House Appropriations Committee.

The announcement of Gonzales’s victory was made at 10:24 p.m. EST, confirming his continued presence in the U.S. House of Representatives. His reelection suggests that voters in his district value his approach despite the challenges he faces within his party.