He was elected back to the House of Representatives in 1868 and successfully contested the election of Charles P. Clever in 1869, serving again until 1871, being unsuccessful for reelection in 1870.
A congressman was re-elected to the House of Representatives in 1868 and went on to defeat Charles P. Clever in the 1869 election, holding office once more until 1871, before losing his chance at reelection in 1870.