Pennsylvania voters are set to play a crucial role in the upcoming Nov. 5 general election, with the state being a key battleground that could determine control of the White House, Congress, and the state Legislature. With 19 electoral votes, Pennsylvania is a significant prize for both parties, and both Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump have been actively campaigning in the state.
The state was one of three “blue wall” swing states that Trump narrowly won in 2016, but Democrat Joe Biden reclaimed it in 2020. In the U.S. Senate race, Democratic incumbent Bob Casey faces a tough challenge from Republican Dave McCormick, with the outcome potentially affecting control of the chamber. Several competitive House races are also being closely watched.
Pennsylvania’s slow vote-counting process due to mail-in ballots could result in a delayed outcome, with Democrat-leaning early mail votes likely to favor Democratic candidates initially. Suburban areas around Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, as well as key counties like Erie and Northampton, will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the election.
The Associated Press will not make projections until there is a clear winner and races with a margin of 0.5 percentage points or less are subject to an automatic recount. With voter registration numbers indicating a diverse political landscape, Pennsylvania’s election results are anticipated with high interest and uncertainty.
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