Pennsylvania primaries spotlight key races for Democrats to retake House
Summary
Pennsylvania held primary elections to decide key candidates for the November midterms, focusing on districts important for Democrats trying to win back control of the House of Representatives. Governor Josh Shapiro and several congressional candidates won their primaries, setting up competitive races against Republican incumbents in districts that are closely contested.Key Facts
- Sixteen of Pennsylvania’s 17 US representatives are running for re-election.
- Democrats aim to gain four critical districts in their effort to retake the House.
- President Trump won Pennsylvania by less than two points in 2024.
- Governor Josh Shapiro faces no primary opposition and will run against Republican Stacy Garrity.
- Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in the 1st district and will challenge Republican Brian Fitzpatrick.
- Janelle Stelson won the Democratic primary in the 10th district and will face Republican Scott Perry in a rematch.
- Bob Brooks won a four-way Democratic primary in the 7th district and has strong endorsements including from Governor Shapiro and Senator Bernie Sanders.
- Paige Cognetti won the Democratic primary in the 8th district, which includes Biden’s hometown, and will challenge Republican Rob Bresnahan.
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