(KMJ) – Republicans have picked up their 11th seat overall in the U.S. House and the third seat in California after David Valadao reclaims the Central Valley House seat he lost two years ago.
The former congressman defeated Democratic Incumbent TJ Cox, who ousted Valadao in the 21st Congressional District in 2018 by just 862 votes.
Congressman-elect Valadao issued a statement celebrating his victory. It states, in part:
“I’m once again overwhelmed by the Central Valley’s support and faith in me.
To everyone who fueled this campaign putting in long hours making phone calls, knocking doors and believing in this cause – thank you! I could not have done it without you. I commend TJ Cox for running a strong campaign and thank him for his service in Congress.”
