Democrat Patrick Murphy certified as winner over Republican Allen West TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Nov. 10 (UPI) -- Florida elections officials Saturday certified Democrat Patrick Murphy as the winner in Tuesday's election over incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Allen West. "As expected, the Election Night results have been confirmed," Murphy said in a statement Saturday. Murphy said he would represent everyone in the 18th congressional district " (r) egardless of whether they voted for me or my opponent," The Hill reported.