Republican Ryan Mackenzie Secures Pennsylvania's 7th District, Defeating Incumbent Susan Wild

Mackenzie's victory marks a significant gain for Republicans in a closely contested and expensive House race.

Ryan Mackenzie, a Pennsylvania state legislator, defeated Democratic incumbent Susan Wild in a key House race, flipping the 7th District seat.
With 99% of votes counted, Mackenzie led Wild 50.7% to 49.3%, marking a notable upset in a district previously held by Democrats.
The race was one of the most expensive in the nation, with over $27 million spent by both parties in their efforts to secure the seat.
Susan Wild's campaign faced challenges, including controversies over her statements on the Israel-Hamas conflict and her portrayal of conservative constituents.
Mackenzie campaigned on fiscal conservatism and criticized Wild for aligning with progressive Democrats, while Wild focused on issues like abortion rights.