David McCormick Defeats Bob Casey in Pennsylvania Senate Race

In a surprising turn of events, Republican David McCormick has defeated three-term Democratic Senator Bob Casey in Pennsylvania's Senate race, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape. The election results were closely contested, with McCormick leading by over 30,000 votes before the Associated Press officially called the race. This victory gives Republicans a strengthened majority in the Senate, now at 53-45, following a series of recent wins in other battleground states. McCormick campaigned on a platform focused on economic opportunity, national defense, and family values, and capitalized on Casey's ties to President Biden, whom he accused of supporting policies leading to inflation. Casey, who has held the seat since 2006 and is part of a prominent political family, expressed confidence in his campaign until the final moments. The outcome signals a significant victory for the GOP and a potential shift in voter sentiment in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state.