Rep.-elect Ojeda posts tribute to father who died after midterms: ‘He held on’

Democratic North Carolina Rep.-elect Richard Ojeda honored his late father, who courageously battled Parkinson’s disease and passed away shortly after Ojeda's election victory. In a heartfelt social media post, Ojeda shared that he told his father, "Pop, we won," on Election Night before his passing the next morning. This touching tribute highlights the deep personal connections politicians often have, underscoring the emotional stakes behind political victories and the profound impact of family.