Mario Diaz-Balart wins reelection in Florida's 26th Congressional District, NBC News projects

Republican Mario Diaz-Balart has won reelection to the U.S. House in Florida's 26th Congressional District, NBC News projected on Monday.

Diaz-Balart was locked in an unexpectedly close reelection battle against Democrat Nicole Locklin after the state's new congressional map added heavily Democratic portions of Broward County to his district.

The new District 26 stretches across parts of Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

This is a developing story. Check back with NBC6 for updates.

Jackie talks to Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart about Florida’s new congressional map and how it impacts his district.