Republican Jeff Crank has triumphed in his campaign for a U.S. House seat in Colorado, a victory announced on Wednesday. Crank, a political consultant as well as a talk radio host, will take over from Republican Rep. Doug Lamborn, who opted not to run for another term. This district, which includes Colorado Springs, has been a focal point in the state’s political landscape.

In the primary elections, Crank emerged victorious against the controversial Colorado GOP Chairman Dave Williams, who had received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump. Williams, a previous state lawmaker, had sought to shift the direction of the Colorado GOP towards the more extreme right wing of the Republican Party. However, Crank represents a more conventional Republican stance but also gained Trump’s backing during the general election.

The Associated Press officially announced Crank’s victory at 5:21 p.m. EST, highlighting a significant shift in representation for the region. This win could impact the political dynamics within Colorado, particularly as tensions unfold between different factions within the Republican Party.