U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan soundly defeated Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District Republican challenger Erik Olsen Tuesday night.
The district, which Pocan has represented since 2013, which includes Madison, Janesville and several surrounding areas, has drawn significant attention in recent months as both parties ramped up efforts to sway voters in this evolving battleground.
Pocan has spoken about his unwavering support for abortion rights and has voiced his hopes to codify federal abortion protections. He urged for more U.S. governmental aid to Gaza and called for an end to the war, calling upon the U.S. government to end the offensive weapon contribution that further damages Gaza.
Pocan said he hopes to implement more uniform marajuana regulations between state and federal governments.
Final Count from the District with 85% of votes reporting are as follows:
(D) Mark Pocan
239,480 and 70.1%
(R) Erik Olsen
111,264 and 29.9%
