Many of Pennsylvania’s members of Congress made the case for their vote on the House floor today, while the vote fell 9-9 along party lines.
GOP Poll: Fitzpatrick Leads Wachspress 50-36
The poll, conducted by the Congressional Leadership Fund, a GOP super PAC endorsed by House Republican leadership, was conducted in early November, but not released until early December.
Warren is First Dem Hopeful to Start PA Field Operation
The Warren campaign hired Anne Wakabayshi, former ED of Emerge PA and chair of Gov. Tom Wolf’s Commission on LGBTQ Affairs, as its Senior Strategist in Pennsylvania. She will organize staff and mobilization offices in Philadelphia in the coming weeks.
PA17: Trump Endorses Parnell
President Donald Trump, who spoke highly of the GOP candidate during a Shale Conference in Pittsburgh earlier this year, tweeted an endorsement Wednesday.
December 18th Playbook
The special election date is announced for the state House’s 190th District, while Pennsylvania’s Congressional delegation is expected to fall along party lines in the impeachment vote. Here is the Playbook.
HD190: Special Election Set for February 25
The special election is set to replace state Rep. Movita Johnson-Harrell (D-Philadelphia) who resigned after being charged with theft, perjury, tampering with public records along with other crimes.
December 17th Playbook
All nine Democrats in PA’s Congressional delegation announce their support for impeaching President Donald Trump, while a third Republican joins the race against Rep. Matt Cartwright. Here is the Playbook.
2020 Dem Prez Hopefuls Talk Public Education in Pittsburgh Forum
Seven of the Democratic presidential candidates detailed their plans for public education if elected in 2020.
PA8: Decorated War Veteran Launches Bid Against Cartwright
Earl Granville, a decorated war veteran and veterans advocate, said his priorities include helping President Donald Trump’s America First agenda, protecting the border, ensuring veterans receive the benefits they’ve been promised and more.
December 16th Playbook
Several Democratic presidential hopefuls visited Pittsburgh over the weekend to participate in a public education forum. Here is the Playbook.