For example, Pete Hoekstra and Bill Huizenga have represented the 2nd district since 1993, but are considered the "successors" of Guy Vander Jagt, since the current 2nd covers most of the territory represented by Vander Jagt in the 9th district before 1993.
For instance, Pete Hoekstra and Bill Huizenga have represented the 2nd district since 1993, but are regarded as "successors" of Guy Vander Jagt. This is because the current 2nd district encompasses most of the territory previously covered by Vander Jagt in the 9th district prior to 1993.