Patty García Wins House Election in Illinois's 4th District

• Patty García, former chief of staff to Rep. Jesús 'Chuy' García, won the election in Illinois's 4th Congressional District.
• She defeated three other candidates, including two independents, to secure the seat.
• Patty García, the child of immigrants from Mexico, previously served as Chuy García's district director and chief of staff.
• Rep. Jesús 'Chuy' García's last-minute decision to drop out of the primary race led to controversy.
• Patty García will succeed Rep. Jesús 'Chuy' García in the House.