Democrat Christina Hines wins election in Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, flipping seat

Democrat Christina Hines has won the election in Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, flipping a competitive seat from red to blue as both parties fight for control of Congress, the Associated Press projects.

Hines, a Macomb County mom who is a former prosecutor and law professor, beat Republican Michael Bouchard in the hotly-contested race.

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The 10th Congressional District is John James’ seat, which he gave up to run for governor. It was previously one of the most competitive seats in the United States.

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Bouchard is the son of Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. He graduated from Michigan State University and served in the U.S. Army in both the 82^nd and 101^st Airborne divisions.

The 10th Congressional District includes parts of Macomb County, including Warren, Sterling Heights and Shelby Township, plus Rochester and Rochester Hills in Oakland County.

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