Three-Term Democrat Senator Bob Casey Concedes to Republican Dave McCormick After Recount Confirms 16,000-Vote Defeat

Nov 21, 2024, 11:24 PM

Senator Bob Casey, a three-term Democratic incumbent, has conceded his Pennsylvania Senate race to Republican challenger Dave McCormick, ending one of the state's most competitive contests in recent memory. The concession comes 16 days after the election and follows a state-mandated recount, which confirmed McCormick's victory by more than 16,000 votes. The recount, required by law due to the close margins, was to be completed by November 26. Casey congratulated McCormick and expressed gratitude to his supporters, stating that Pennsylvanians can move forward knowing their voices were heard. The race saw both campaigns in court over counting certain ballots, with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling on related matters. McCormick thanked Casey and will now represent Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate, flipping the seat to Republican control and contributing to a 53-47 Republican majority in the Senate.