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Janelle Stelson Launches 2026 Rematch, Leads Scott Perry in Early Polls

High-profile backing from Gov. Josh Shapiro coupled with a Data for Progress poll showing Stelson ahead 46 to 43 percent marks her opening salvo against Perry.

FILE - Janelle Stelson, a candidate for the Democratic nomination in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District, speaks during a debate on April 9, 2024 in York, Pa. (AP Photo/Joe Lamberti, File)
Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) speaks during a news conference with members of the House Freedom Caucus outside the U.S. Capitol on September 12, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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Pennsylvania Democrat Janelle Stelson is challenging Republican Rep. Scott Perry again. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call file photo)

Overview

  • Democrat Janelle Stelson officially kicked off her 2026 campaign against Republican Rep. Scott Perry after losing by just over one point in 2024.
  • She secured endorsements from Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, with Shapiro set to headline her campaign fundraiser this week.
  • A Data for Progress survey commissioned by the House Majority PAC puts Stelson ahead 46 percent to 43 percent among likely voters.
  • Perry’s campaign touts its strongest fundraising haul to date and defends his recent vote on a tax and spending cuts package that trims Medicaid funding.
  • Pennsylvania’s 10th District is rated a toss-up by the Cook Political Report and is viewed as pivotal for control of the U.S. House in 2026.