Democratic Representative Ro Khanna secured his reelection to the U.S. House on Wednesday, retaining his seat in a district characterized by its strong Democratic leanings. Khanna successfully captured the majority of the vote against Republican challenger Anita Chen, reinforcing the district’s Democratic identity.

Having first entered the U.S. House in 2016 by defeating longtime incumbent Mike Honda, also a Democrat, Khanna has established himself as a significant figure in the House. He holds positions on the House Armed Services Committee as well as the Oversight and Accountability Committee, reflecting his influence in both defense and governmental oversight matters.

The 17th district, which encompasses various areas of Silicon Valley just south of San Francisco, has consistently remained a secure Democratic stronghold since at least 1990. The swift announcement of Khanna’s victory came at 12:20 a.m. EST, solidifying his position in this well-established political landscape.