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Bob Brooks wins May 19 Democratic primary for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, will face incumbent Ryan Mackenzie in November

Bob Brooks defeated Ryan Crosswell, Lamont McClure, and Carol Obando-Derstine in the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District on May 19. Brooks will face incumbent Ryan Mackenzie in the Nov. 3 general election. Three independent race forecasters rated the general election as a toss-up.

Ballotpedia · May 20

Could a Pennsylvania primary decide the Democratic party’s new direction?

Election in Allentown pits three establishment insiders against a firefighter with a populist message

The Guardian - US · May 19

Utility costs emerge as campaign issue as Democrats pan sweeping budget law - Roll Call

Some Democratic candidates say provisions in the sweeping GOP tax and spending law may result in higher energy prices for Americans. 

Roll Call · Jul 23, 2025