Republican Derek Schmidt won the Kansas 2nd Congressional District seat, previously held by Jake LaTurner, defeating Democrat Nancy Boyda with approximately 55% of the vote, marking a significant political comeback after his narrow loss in the 2022 gubernatorial race. Schmidt, a former Kansas Attorney General endorsed by Donald Trump, campaigned on conservative issues including border security and combating inflation. His victory reinforces Republican control in a district previously claimed by Democrats, with Boyda struggling to gain traction as a moderate. In a parallel race, Democratic Rep. Sharice Davids secured re-election, overcoming GOP challenger Prasanth Reddy, thereby maintaining her position as the only Democrat in Kansas's congressional delegation. Schmidt’s win reflects the district's conservative leanings and challenges for Democrats to regain footholds in historically competitive areas. With Schmidt set to take office in January 2025, he emphasized his commitment to addressing pressing national issues such as the economy and overregulation.