Pennsylvania Senate Race Tensions Rise Amid Legal Challenges and Political Maneuvering
TL;DR
The Pennsylvania Senate race remains undecided as Democrats hope uncounted ballots will close the gap between Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican Dave McCormick, who has declared victory. With 98% of votes counted and 122,000 ballots outstanding, McCormick's campaign pressures Casey to concede, while Casey's team argues that provisional ballots, especially from Democratic-leaning areas, could change the outcome. The race's result could impact Senate leadership elections and the Republican majority's ability to advance President-elect Trump's agenda.
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- McCormick sues to challenge provisional ballots in Philadelphia The Hill
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