GOP Avoids Costly Primary as Hard-Line Candidate Declines Senate Bid in Pennsylvania

Doug Mastriano, a far-right Pennsylvania state senator, announced he will not run for Senate, avoiding an expensive primary.
Party leaders hoped to avoid nominating Mastriano, who lost the gubernatorial election in a landslide last year.
Republicans see knocking off Sen. Bob Casey as key to retaking the Senate majority.
Former hedge fund CEO David McCormick is now the favorite and has pledged funding from top officials.
But McCormick may have to share a ticket with former President Trump, who attacked him in last year's primary and continues to spread lies about election fraud.