This year’s U.S. House elections in Ohio marked a shift of power as Republicans gained majority after two years of Democratic control.

Ohio’s 6th Congressional District was no exception as Republican Bill Johnson defeated incumbent Charlie Wilson, who had held the seat since 2006.

“I’m overwhelmed with excitement. I’m very, very thankful,” said Johnson, who thanked his family and campaign team for their support.

Unofficial results from the Ohio Secretary of State showed Johnson taking ­­­­eight of the twelve counties in the 6th District, including Lawrence County by more than 53 percent. This was the first Political race for Johnson who is a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and also the chief information officer of a publicly traded manufacturing company.

“This just mirrors the sentiment I’ve been hearing up and down the Ohio River,” Johnson said. “The people do not want business as usual, politics as usual, in Washington anymore. They want real leadership. Leaders that are going to say what they mean and then do what they say.”

Democrat Charlie Wilson released a written statement.

“It has been an honor to serve the people of Ohio and I am proud of the good work we have done.   I congratulate Bill Johnson on his victory – he ran a good campaign and I wish him the best of luck as we work to continue to fix the problems that face our communities.”

Constitution candidate Richard Cadle and Libertarian candidate Martin Elsass could not be reached for comment.

Johnson said his first order of business would be to cast his vote for John Boehner as the next Speaker of the House.

He also said, “We’re going to work hard to repeal Obamacare. That’s what we said we were going to do and we’re going to stand firm on that pledge. Then we’re going to work hard to cut taxes and cut spending and create jobs.”

“I am both humbled and honored that the people of the 6th District have the confidence and belief that I can make a change. I’m just extremely excited about what our opportunities are,” Johnson said.