Baumgartner wins reelection to Congressional District 5 seat

Republican Michael Baumgartner has been reelected to represent Washington’s 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House. The Associated Press called the race after Baumgartner secured approximately 51.72% of the vote against Democratic challenger Carmela Conroy. With about 90% of ballots counted, Baumgartner expressed his commitment to serving all constituents of Eastern Washington. This victory secures his continued tenure in Congress following his previous service as Spokane County treasurer and state senator.