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The situation dragged on, creating considerable uncertainty for Pennsylvanians as the recount process unfolded. Casey’s refusal to concede and the subsequent legal battles prolonged the race outcome and cost taxpayers millions. However, after weeks of back-and-forth, Casey ultimately conceded defeat on Thursday, putting an end to the drama.
In a video statement released Thursday, Casey expressed his congratulations to McCormick and emphasized the importance of ensuring that every vote was counted, even if the process was contentious. “I just called Dave McCormick to congratulate him on his election to represent Pennsylvania in the United States Senate. As the first count of ballots is completed, Pennsylvanians can move forward with the knowledge that their voices were heard, whether their vote was the first to be counted or the last,” Casey said. He acknowledged the narrow margin of the race, noting that it was “decided by less than a quarter of a point” and thanked the thousands of election officials across the state who worked tirelessly to ensure every eligible vote was counted.
Casey also took a moment to reflect on his long career in public service. “I’m grateful to the thousands of people who work to make sure that every eligible vote cast could be counted, including election officials in all 67 counties. When a Pennsylvanian takes the time to cast a legal vote, often waiting in long lines and taking time away from their work and family, they deserve to know that their vote will count.” He closed by expressing gratitude to Pennsylvania voters for giving him the opportunity to serve in public office for nearly three decades.
“I want to thank Pennsylvania voters for granting me the privilege of serving them for 28 consecutive years in public office as Auditor General, State Treasurer, and United States Senator,” Casey concluded. “Thank you for the trust you’ve placed in me for all these years. It’s been the honor of my lifetime.”
With McCormick’s win now confirmed, Republicans are poised to expand their control in the U.S. Senate, bringing their total to 53 seats, following previous victories in West Virginia, Ohio, and Montana.
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However, not all Republican challengers had the same luck. In Wisconsin, Republican Eric Hovde narrowly lost to his Democratic opponent, while U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI) also fell short in Michigan. In Arizona, Kari Lake was defeated by Democrat Ruben Gallego in a high-profile race that garnered national attention. Meanwhile, in Nevada, Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) fended off a tight challenge from Republican Sam Brown, securing a razor-thin victory.
Despite these setbacks, McCormick’s win represents a significant gain for Republicans and is sure to have national implications as the battle for control of the U.S. Senate heats up heading into future elections.
