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Democrat Tom Suozzi wins election to replace George Santos A Democrat has won the swing US congressional district left vacant when former Republican Congressman George Santos was expelled last December. Tom Suozzi's Tuesday night victory over rival Mazi Pilip denies Republicans a chance to pad out their slim majority in the House of Representatives. He will finish Mr Santos's term following his removal from Congress over allegations of fraud. The race was closely watched as an early test for the November general election, and both campaigns focused heavily on national issues. In a victory speech briefly interrupted by protesters calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Mr Suozzi said, "This race was fought amidst a closely divided electorate." He spoke of unity and healing political differences, saying: "It's time to find common ground and start delivering for the people of America." CBS, the BBC's US partner, reported that with 87% of the estimated vote tallied Mr Suozzi had 54%, while rival Ms Pilip had 45%. The election marks a return to Congress for the Democrat, who previously served three terms in the US House but opted in 2022 to run for governor in New York instead. That bid was unsuccessful, and voters replaced him in Congress with Mr Santos. After George Santos' antics, voters focus on key issues Former Santos allies speak of their disillusionment with the Congressman With a campaign slogan of "Let's Fix This," Mr Suozzi embarked on a well-funded effort to reclaim his district. He pitched himself as an experienced leader - one whose biography voters already knew well. Ms Pilip, the Republican candidate, conceded the special election race on Tuesday evening in a speech to supporters. "We are fighters, I called my opponent and congratulated him," she said.