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After 32 years representing the 6th District, Congressman Henry Hyde retired and endorsed fellow Republican Peter Roskam, who would win the 2006 election. The 6th District includes O’Hare Airport and its western suburban areas, located mostly in DuPage County. It has become less adamantly Republican over the years. In 2004, 53 percent of the district voted for President George W. Bush versus 47 percent for John Kerry.


Congressional Wrap-Up

Democrats had a big night nationally, but Republican House incumbents around Chicago held strong.
Roskam Holds On in Western Suburbs

The Republican won big in his U.S. House race.
Peter Roskam Acceptance Speech

Peter Roskam holds onto his Congressional seat in the western suburbs.
Group Alleges Roskam Misused Taxpayer Funds

An activist group accuses Illinois U.S. Representative Peter Roskam of using taxpayer funds inappropriately.
Big Guns Called in for Area Congressional Campaigns

Some high-powered political figures are in Chicago today to raise support for some competitive Congressional campaigns.
Roskam Joins IL Delegates to Commend McCain's Choice of Palin

Peter Roskam spoke at the IL delegate breakfast.
Another Vet To Challenge Roskam in November

Congressman Peter Roskam will face another veteran in the 6th District general election.
Early Voting Begins Today

Registered voters can cast an early ballot starting today.