Janelle Bynum wins race for Congress, flipping U.S. House seat from GOP to Democratic control
Janelle Bynum wins race for Congress, flipping U.S. House seat from GOP to Democratic control
Bynum, a lawmaker and small business owner, will be Oregon's first Black representative in Congress.
Summary
Oregon Democrat Janelle Bynum won a seat in the U.S. House, becoming the state’s first Black representative after defeating Republican incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer in a closely watched race for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.
Bynum led by a strong margin in key counties, ensuring a Democratic victory. Her campaign emphasized combatting extremism, reproductive rights, and economic growth, and she received significant support and funding from national Democrats.
While Republicans retain a narrow lead in the overall House, Bynum’s win represents a major gain for Oregon Democrats amid a competitive election cycle.
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