Answer: incumbent

AnswerCrossword Clue
INCUMBENTOne trying to keep her seat, maybe
INCUMBENTOffice holder.
INCUMBENTOne in office
INCUMBENTOffice holder
incumbentNecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility
incumbentimposed on / a person who holds an ecclesiastical benefice, or any office
incumbent(of an official or regime) Currently holding office