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Scott Fitzgerald defeats Ben Steinhoff in race for Wisconsin's 5th congressional district

Representative Scott Fitzgerald
Congressional candidate Ben Steinhoff
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Republican Scott Fitzgerald has defeated Ben Steinhoff in the race for Wisconsin's 5th congressional district, according to Decision Desk HQ.

At the time the race was called, Fitzgerald had 68% of the votes, while Steinhoff had 32%.

Representative Scott Fitzgerald
Representative Scott Fitzgerald

Republican Scott Fitzgerald was the incumbent for the seat and took office in 2021. Prior to that, he served in Wisconsin's Senate as the Majority Leader from 2013 to 2021 and Minority Leader from 2012 to 2013.

Congressional candidate Ben Steinhoff
Congressional candidate Ben Steinhoff

Ben Steinhoff was a political newcomer, entering the race with 12 years of first-responder experience. According to his campaign website, Steinhoff served as a paramedic.

Watch: TMJ4's Charles Benson breaks down first election results

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The pair were facing off to take over the 5th Congressional District of Wisconsin, which covers includes many of Milwaukee's northern and western suburbs, including Waukesha, West Bend, Brookfield and Mequon.


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