Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., conceded the race for Pennsylvania’s Senate seat to Republican opponent Dave McCormick, triggering an automatic recount. McCormick has not yet been projected as the winner, but Casey congratulated him in a video message. McCormick thanked Casey for his dedication to Pennsylvania and vowed to represent all citizens in the Senate. With 99.8% of expected votes counted, McCormick leads by a slim margin of 16,000 votes. His potential win would give Republicans a slightly larger majority in the Senate, making it easier for President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks to be confirmed. The current Republican majority in the Senate is 52 seats. The control of the White House, House, and Senate by Republicans starting in January could have significant implications for future legislation and policy decisions. The results of the recount are expected to be released next Wednesday, and both candidates await the final outcome. Megan Lebowitz is a politics reporter for NBC News, with contributions from Frank Thorp V and Julie Tsirkin.
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Dave McCormick defeats Bob Casey in Pennsylvania Senate race
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