SCRANTON, Pa. — A dynamic Election Day across Northeast and Central Pennsylvania saw pivotal shifts in key congressional battlegrounds alongside steady holds in local legislative seats, anchored by Governor Josh Shapiro’s victory at the top of the statewide ticket.
Congressional Shakeups Across the Region
The marquee federal races brought substantial momentum for Democrats in several high-profile districts:
- 8th Congressional District: Democrat Paige Cognetti won election to Congress, securing victory over Republican Rob Bresnahan.
- 7th Congressional District: In the neighboring Lehigh Valley-centered corridor, Democrat Bob Brooks unseated incumbent Republican Ryan Mackenzie.
- 9th Congressional District: Republican incumbent Dan Meuser held onto his seat, turning back a challenge from Democratic nominee Rachael Wallace.
- 10th Congressional District: Democrat Janelle Stelson prevailed in her contest against longtime Republican incumbent Scott Perry.
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Pennsylvania General Assembly Results
Voters across Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Susquehanna, and Wayne counties produced a split decision in the state legislature, re-electing seasoned incumbents while delivering flips in competitive territory.
State Senate:
- 20th Senatorial District: Republican Senator Lisa Baker secured another term in her district.
- 22nd Senatorial District: Democratic Senator Marty Flynn maintained control of his Lackawanna-based seat.
- 40th Senatorial District: Democrat Brian Wrightson declared victory in a closely watched contest over incumbent Republican Rosemary Brown.
State House of Representatives:
- 111th District: Republican Jonathan Fritz retained his seat.
- 112th District: Democrat Kyle Mullins won re-election.
- 113th District: Democrat Kyle Donahue retained his seat.
- 114th District: Bridget Kosierowski secured victory to return to Harrisburg.
- 115th District: Democrat Maureen Madden captured another term representing the Poconos.
- 117th District: Republican Jamie Walsh earned victory in his general election contest.
- 118th District: Democrat Jim Haddock prevailed to retain his seat.
- 119th District: Republican Alec Ryncavage won re-election in Luzerne County.
- 120th District: Republican Brenda Pugh notched a general election victory.
Democrats flip key Congressional seats
Democrats flip key Congressional seats
