The race in Massachusetts's 8th Congressional District is between Democrat Stephen Lynch, the incumbent, and Republican Rob Burke.

Lynch has held the state’s 8th Congressional District, which includes parts of Boston, since he was elected following the death of Rep. Joseph Moakley in 2001.

Chad McKenna, of Duluth, is the fourth DFL candidate to enter the race. The seat has been held by Republican Rep. Pete ...

Lynch has represented the state’s 8th Congressional District, including parts of Boston, since he was sworn in to Congress in October 2001 following the death of Democratic Rep. Joseph Moakley.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert Burke wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Massachusetts’ 8th Congressional District. Stay connected with the most up-to-date coverage of the stories that matter.

More than 200 Massachusetts Democrats have traveled to Scranton, Pennsylvania, to boost voter turnout for the Harris-Walz ticket. Scranton is located in the pivotal 8th Congressional District.

Lynch has held the state’s 8th Congressional District, which includes parts of Boston, since he was elected following the death of Rep. Joseph Moakley in 2001.

Lynch has held the state’s 8th Congressional District, which includes parts of Boston, since he was elected following the death of Rep. Joseph Moakley in 2001.