Democrat Bob Casey has conceded the Pennsylvania Senate race to Republican Dave McCormick. The closely fought race saw McCormick pulling ahead in the vote count on Tuesday night, with Casey conceding defeat shortly after midnight. Casey, a two-term incumbent, had been seen as the favorite in the race, but McCormick’s strong showing in the final weeks of the campaign proved to be too much to overcome. Casey’s loss marks a significant upset and a major victory for Republicans, who now control both Senate seats in Pennsylvania.
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Senate Drama: Schumer Tries Freezing PA’s Dave McCormick Out of Senate Orientations
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has moved to block Republican candidate Dave McCormick from participating in Senate orientations, an unusual step that has sparked debate over the legitimacy of his election. McCormick, who is challenging Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in Pennsylvania, has not yet conceded the race, despite significant leads for Casey. Schumer argues that McCormick does not meet the standards for participation until his race is called. Republicans have criticized Schumer’s actions as politically motivated and an attempt to undermine McCormick’s campaign.
Schumer Blasted by Republicans for Not Allowing Dave McCormick to Attend Senate Orientation
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is facing criticism from Republicans for not permitting Pennsylvania Republican candidate Dave McCormick to attend a Senate orientation session. McCormick, who lost his bid for the GOP nomination to Dr. Mehmet Oz, was reportedly denied access to the orientation, which is typically open to all candidates who have received at least 15% of the vote in their respective races. Republicans have accused Schumer of playing politics and preventing McCormick from preparing for the potential eventuality of a successful legal challenge to Oz’s victory. Schumer’s office has defended the decision, arguing that McCormick did not meet the eligibility criteria and that the orientation is intended for candidates who are likely to serve in the Senate.