(TheIndependentStar.com) – In a stunning display of accepting the reality, Democrat Senator Bob Casey has conceded defeat to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania’s 2024 Senate race.
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This pivotal victory not only flips a crucial seat but also solidifies Republican control in the Senate, paving the way for President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda and cabinet confirmations.
Following a statewide recount triggered by a margin of less than 0.5% points, McCormick emerged victorious with a lead of 16,367 votes, or 0.24% points.
The Associated Press had already declared McCormick the winner on November 7, but Casey’s campaign persisted in efforts to count every legal vote, including curing over 6,000 mail-in ballots.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court dealt a blow to Casey’s chances by ruling against counting updated or incorrectly dated mail-in ballots.
This decision, coupled with the narrow margin, made the 2024 Senate race the closest in Pennsylvania since direct elections began in the early 20th century.
Moreover, Casey’s concession marks the end of an era, concluding his 18-year Senate tenure and 28 years in statewide office.
Casey, the son of a former popular governor, has been defeated, which signals a seismic shift in Pennsylvania’s political landscape, which conservative Democrats have historically dominated.
“I want to thank the people of Pennsylvania for granting me the privilege of serving them for 28 consecutive years in public office,” Casey stated.
McCormick’s victory contributes to a 53-47 Republican majority in the Senate for the 2025-26 session, setting the stage for a unified Republican government.
At the same time, the GOP triumph in Pennsylvania highlights the growing discontent among white working-class voters with the Democrat Party.
“I am so honored to represent every single citizen in Pennsylvania in the United States Senate and will fight for you every day,” McCormick said.
Legal battles and accusations of voter fraud marked the post-election period. Republicans accused Democrats of attempting to count “illegal votes,” while Democrats claimed Republicans were blocking legitimate votes.
McCormick’s campaign, heavily funded by allies from hedge funds and securities trading, proved to be the second-most expensive race of the cycle.
This investment in conservative values paid off, as the GOP reclaimed a crucial seat in Pennsylvania and strengthened its majority in the Senate.
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