Democratic U.S. Sen Bob Casey to Participate in Three Debates with GOP Opponent David McCormick Ahead of General Election

Democratic U.S. Sen Bob Casey and GOP opponent David McCormick are gearing up for a series of debates this fall ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. Casey’s campaign announced their intention to participate in three debates, one each in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg, to engage in discussions on the issues that matter to the Commonwealth.

The announcement was met with a positive response from the McCormick campaign, with McCormick himself taking to social media to express his readiness for the debates. The terms of the debates are yet to be finalized, but both candidates are eager to make their case to the voters.

This upcoming showdown between Casey and McCormick is expected to be a closely watched and expensive race. Both campaigns have reported significant fundraising numbers, with McCormick even contributing $1 million of his own money to his campaign. As of the latest campaign finance reports, Casey’s campaign has $11.88 million on hand, while McCormick’s campaign has $6.23 million.

The candidates have been actively campaigning across the state, with Casey launching his “On Our Side Road Trip” to highlight his record in the U.S. Senate, and McCormick embarking on the “Fight for Pennsylvania’s Future” bus tour with other Republican candidates. The debates will provide a platform for both candidates to present their visions for the future of Pennsylvania and engage in a direct exchange of ideas.

The last U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania saw only one general election debate in 2022, but Casey and McCormick are set to engage in a series of debates leading up to the election. With both candidates fully committed to making their case to the voters, the debates are sure to be a key moment in this closely watched race.