Pennsylvania Primary Elections Run Smoothly Across State

Pennsylvania's 2025 primary elections were reported as smooth and secure, with Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt highlighting minor, isolated issues such as late precinct openings but no major problems statewide. Approximately 70% of the 800,000 mail-in ballots sent to voters were returned, and voter turnout was described as typical for municipal primaries. The elections included contested Republican races for state courts and mayoral primaries in major cities like Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, alongside many local offices with unopposed or lightly contested races. Secretary Schmidt commended the work of around 45,000 poll workers and county election officials across more than 9,000 precincts in 67 counties for facilitating the process. The Department of State received fewer voter hotline calls than in the previous year, indicating an improved voting experience. Final certified results will be available after all votes are counted in the coming weeks.