Incumbent Republicans have successful election night in District 32
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IDAHO FALLS — The incumbents in District 32 had a successful election night on Tuesday.
District 32 covers parts of Bonneville County surrounding Idaho Falls, including areas like Iona and Ririe.
As of 11 p.m., some absentee ballots have not been counted, but this article reflects the expected winners. We will update the numbers when they are complete.
Senate
In the Senate race, District 32 incumbent Kevin Cook won, keeping his seat for the next two years.
Republican Kevin Cook won with 73% (10,820 votes), over Democrat Konnor Whitfield who earned 27% (3,920 votes).
Earlier in the election, Whitfield declined to answer a political questionnaire from EastIdahoNews.com, saying he was a “paper candidate.”
House
An incumbent who just finished her first term has won to keep her seat in the Idaho House of Representatives for District 32B.
Republican Erin Bingham won with 72% (10,482 votes), over Democrat Kamber Wininger who earned 28% (4,105 votes).
Bingham tells EastIdahoNews.com that she is excited to continue to serve Bonneville County.
“I appreciate the faith voters have placed in me,” says Bingham. “I will work hard to ensure that Bonneville County has a strong voice in Boise.”
Rep. Stephanie Mickelson, R-Idaho Falls, was unopposed.
For more updates on the general election, click here.