2002 United States House of Representatives elections in Indiana
congressional vote in the state of Indiana
The 2002 congressional elections in Indiana were elections for Indiana's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred along with congressional elections nationwide on November 5, 2002. Republicans held a majority of Indiana's delegation, 6–4, before the elections. The districts were redrawn prior to the 2002 elections, reducing the number of districts by 1. Democrat Tim Roemer of the 2nd district retired, leaving the seat vacant. Republicans picked up the 2nd district seat, gaining a 6–3 advantage following the elections.
Overview
The following are the final results from the Secretary of State of Indiana.
District 1
This district includes a small strip of northwest Indiana. The district has been one of the most Democratic in Indiana.
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Results
District 2
This district is centered on South Bend, Indiana and the Indiana portion of the Michiana region.
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Results
District 3
This district is located in the northeast corner of Indiana and has a large population center in Fort Wayne.
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