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Pennsylvania Republicans achieved a significant victory, winning all three statewide row offices and defeating long-standing Democratic incumbents following Trump’s win. However, the control of the Pennsylvania House remains uncertain due to close races. Billionaires significantly influenced the elections, and Scott Perry narrowly retained his congressional seat.
Pennsylvania Republicans Dominate Statewide Elections, Ousting Democratic Incumbents
Republicans in Pennsylvania celebrated decisive wins across statewide row offices on Election Day, leaving Democrats grappling with significant losses.
Here’s what you need to know about the election results as of Wednesday.
Republican Sweep in Statewide Contests
In a historic win, Pennsylvania Republicans took all three statewide offices. York County District Attorney Dave Sunday clinched the Attorney General’s race, while Tim DeFoor and Stacy Garrity retained their roles as Auditor General and Treasurer, respectively.
Sunday’s victory over Eugene DePasquale marks a significant Republican win, the first since Tom Corbett’s reelection in 2008.
Pennsylvania House Control Uncertain
Democrats faced uncertainty in the Pennsylvania House, where their slim majority is under threat.
With 11 races still undecided, the AP reports that control of the Pennsylvania House remains too close to call.
A key race in Cambria County, where voting hours were extended due to machine issues, may decide the chamber’s control. State Rep. Frank Burns (D-Cambria) holds this traditionally Republican seat.
Wealthy Donors Shape Pennsylvania’s Political Landscape
Leading up to the election, Pennsylvania’s airwaves were dominated by ads critical of Democrats, funded by billionaires like Jeffrey Yass and Ken Griffen.
These wealthy backers invested heavily in a super PAC supporting Dave McCormick’s bid against US Sen. Bob Casey.
Yass also invested over $5 million in political action committees to support Dave Sunday’s campaign.
Scott Perry Faces Tight Race for Congressional Seat
Congressman Scott Perry (R-York) narrowly leads against Janelle Stelson, a former WGAL anchor.
With 98% of votes counted, Perry holds a lead of 6,412 votes, marking his closest race since 2012.
Stelson focused her campaign attacks on Perry’s effort to overturn the 2020 election and his support for a national abortion ban.
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