Robert J. Menendez, the son of New Jersey’s senior senator Bob Menendez who serves as the Chairman of the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee and an advocate for Greek interests, sailed to victory Tuesday in New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District, winning the House seat once occupied by his father.

Menendez defeated Republican Marcos Arroyo, carrying the district with nearly 73 percent of the vote. The younger Menendez will replace Democratic Rep. Albio Sires, who is retiring. His victory comes as his father, Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez, is facing a new federal investigation.

The 8th District includes some of the most urban areas of New Jersey, including parts of Newark, Jersey City, and Elizabeth.

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