Trump shadow may not save Pa. incumbent in a narrowing race
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In a competitive Pennsylvania House race, incumbent Republican Brian Fitzpatrick has publicly positioned himself as independent from Donald Trump while pouring millions into attack ads against Democrat challenger Harvie; voters describe a mix of concerns about Trump’s influence and kitchen-table issues, and with no debate scheduled, it remains unclear whether distancing from Trump will be enough to secure reelection in a district where party loyalty and public service intersect.
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