Gabe Evans, a Republican candidate, secured a victory in the election for a U.S. House seat in Colorado on Tuesday, overcoming Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo. This election took place in the newly established 8th Congressional District, which is situated to the north of Denver and was created following Colorado’s gain of an additional House seat during the latest round of decennial reapportionment.

Evans currently serves in the Colorado state House and has a background as a former police lieutenant. In contrast, Caraveo, who is in her first term as a congresswoman, has experience as a state legislator and is trained as a pediatrician. The announcement of Evans’ victory was made at 9:38 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, marking a significant moment in the broader political landscape of the state.