Republican Dave McCormick has defeated Democratic incumbent Bob Casey in Pennsylvania’s high-stakes Senate race, tipping control of the Senate to the Republicans. McCormick’s win, in one of the country’s most costly races, concludes a closely watched contest with significant national attention.
McCormick Defeats Casey in Pennsylvania Senate Race
The Associated Press has projected that Republican Dave McCormick won the Pennsylvania Senate race, defeating Democratic Sen. Bob Casey. McCormick’s victory represents the 53rd Senate seat for Republicans, enabling them to regain Senate control. The contest, one of the most expensive Senate races this cycle, saw millions spent on both sides in a crucial battleground state.
High-Profile and Costly Campaign
Pennsylvania’s Senate race drew intense focus due to its implications for Senate control. National Republican figures supported McCormick from the GOP primaries, while Casey leveraged his long-standing Pennsylvania ties. Both parties invested heavily in this race, with the seat considered essential to either party’s broader legislative goals.
McCormick’s Business Background vs. Casey’s Political Experience
McCormick, who has a private sector background, received early support from prominent GOP operatives. Democrats, however, criticized his hedge fund career. Meanwhile, Casey, in office since 2007, emphasized his experience and family ties to Pennsylvania politics—his father having served as the state’s governor. Republicans sought to paint Casey as a career politician, contrasting his tenure with McCormick’s outsider status.
Keystone State Redemption for Republicans
McCormick’s win serves as a comeback for Republicans in Pennsylvania, especially after Democratic Sen. John Fetterman won the state’s other Senate seat in 2022. McCormick previously ran in that election cycle but did not advance past the GOP primary, making this victory particularly notable for the candidate and his supporters.
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