Casey and McCormick to go head-to-head as nominees in Pennsylvania’s high-stakes US Senate race – KIRO 7 News Seattle
Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race Set: Casey vs. McCormick
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick are set to go head-to-head in Pennsylvania’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest this fall after securing their party nominations in Tuesday’s primary election. The race is expected to be fiercely competitive and costly, with control of the Senate hanging in the balance.
Casey, a well-known figure in Pennsylvania politics seeking his fourth term, will face off against McCormick, a former hedge fund CEO who narrowly lost a previous Senate bid. McCormick has already garnered significant financial support, including backing from a super PAC that has raised millions of dollars.
The upcoming general election campaign is shaping up to be intense, with McCormick positioning himself as a strong challenger to Casey. At his election night gathering, McCormick criticized Casey as a “do-nothing senator” and emphasized the need for change in representation.
Meanwhile, Casey, who was in Washington casting votes on critical issues, expressed confidence in his ability to win the election. The state Democratic Party has launched a digital ad campaign targeting McCormick’s background as a millionaire hedge fund executive.
The Senate race in Pennsylvania is expected to be closely watched, as the outcome could have significant implications for the balance of power in the Senate. Democrats currently hold a slim majority and face a challenging electoral map in 2024.
In addition to the Senate race, Pennsylvania voters will also decide nominees for other statewide offices and congressional seats. The primary results set the stage for a number of competitive races, including challenges to incumbents and contests that could have national implications.
As the campaign season heats up, both Casey and McCormick will be vying for support from voters in a state that has played a pivotal role in recent presidential elections. The race is expected to draw attention from across the country as the two candidates make their case to Pennsylvania voters.
