Congressman Troy Carter is headed back to Capitol Hill for a fourth term.
The Democrat has represented the New Orleans area since 2021.
Carter was facing four opponents with little name recognition or experience.
He defeated Libertarian Lisa Ballay of New Orleans, No Party candidate Walter "Rocky" Beach of Gonzales, No Party candidate Renada "Honey" Collins of New Orleans, and Republican Peter Williams of Baton Rouge.
The 63-year-old Carter serves at the 1st Vice Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus and a member of the Regional Leadership Council.
Carter was also selected by Democratic leadership to be a Deputy Whip on the House Floor.
