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Pennsylvania Senate flips to Democrats, giving Shapiro a trifecta

Democrats took a 26-24 Senate majority and at least 111 state House seats on Nov. 3. Results could open the way for a $15 minimum wage and abortion protections.

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Janelle Stelson speaks at a podium as supporters stand behind her holding campaign signs, including "Republicans Against Perry."
Janelle Stelson defeats Scott Perry, flips Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District

Democrat Janelle Stelson defeated Republican Rep. Scott Perry in a rematch for Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District, flipping the seat for Democrats.

Paige Cognetti smiles and looks off-camera outdoors, with trees and an American flag in the background.
Paige Cognetti flips Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District, defeats Rob Bresnahan

Democrat Paige Cognetti, Scranton's mayor, defeated Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan in Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District, flipping a closely watched seat.

Bob Brooks walks across a stage in front of flags, next to a podium with a microphone.
Bob Brooks flips Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional district, defeats Ryan Mackenzie

Democrat Bob Brooks defeated Republican Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, flipping a GOP-held seat Trump carried in 2024.

U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan stands at a podium addressing an audience from a stage.
Bresnahan’s account bought oil stocks before Big Beautiful Bill vote

Disclosures show Pennsylvania Rep. Rob Bresnahan’s account bought oil and equipment stocks a week before the House first passed the megabill.

Scott Perry speaking with campaign signs behind him; Janelle Stelson speaking at a podium with supporters nearby
Pennsylvania data center costs: Where Perry and Stelson stand

Electricity bills in Pennsylvania's 10th District rose 61% as data center growth strains the power grid, fueling a campaign clash between Rep. Scott Perry and challenger Janelle Stelson.

Scott Perry speaking with campaign signs behind him; Janelle Stelson speaking at a podium with supporters nearby
PA-10: Scott Perry ad levels unproven nudity claim at Janelle Stelson

Perry's campaign released an ad accusing Democratic challenger Janelle Stelson of exposing herself to a child, based on an unsubstantiated notarized statement from a Perry-supporting neighbor, not a legal affidavit. No charges were filed.

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2026 midterm debates: Why candidates are skipping or stalling them

Election debate scheduling has become increasingly contentious across several midterm races this year. Candidates across the Midwest have had disputes over debate participation, logistics and host selection, with some candidates declining to debate altogether.

U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan stands at a podium addressing an audience from a stage.
Bresnahan unloaded Medicaid insurer stock then voted to cut Medicaid

U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan (R-PA) sold stock in at least nine health care and Medicaid-related companies weeks before voting to approve the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which slashed Medicaid funding.

Scott Perry speaking with campaign signs behind him; Janelle Stelson speaking at a podium with supporters nearby
Perry vs. Stelson: What’s at stake in Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District

Scott Perry and Janelle Stelson face off in Pennsylvania’s 10th District, a race highlighting sharp contrasts on health care, tariffs, data centers, and ethics.