- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
9 Challengers Take on Rep. Scott Perry in Pennsylvania
The group includes 5 Democrats and 3 Republicans, with one former convict
Jan. 28, 2026 at 4:47am
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
A group of 9 challengers, including 5 Democrats and 3 Republicans, have stepped forward to challenge incumbent Republican Congressman Scott Perry in Pennsylvania's upcoming election. One of the challengers is a former convict.
Why it matters
Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District has been a hotly contested battleground, with the seat changing parties multiple times in recent elections. The large field of challengers from both parties highlights the competitive nature of the race and the desire for change among voters.
The details
The 9 challengers taking on Rep. Scott Perry include 5 Democrats and 3 Republicans, as well as one former convict. The diverse group of candidates reflects the political divisions in the district and the desire for new leadership. The race is expected to be closely watched as it could play a role in determining the balance of power in Congress.
- The Pennsylvania primary election is scheduled for May 21, 2026.
- The general election will take place on November 3, 2026.
The players
Rep. Scott Perry
The incumbent Republican Congressman representing Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District.
Sen. Dave McCormick
A Republican challenger and former hedge fund executive.
Rep. Lloyd Smucker
A Republican challenger and current Congressman representing Pennsylvania's 16th Congressional District.
What’s next
The primary election will be held on May 21, 2026, where voters will choose the Democratic and Republican nominees. The general election will follow on November 3, 2026.
The takeaway
The large and diverse field of challengers for Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District seat highlights the competitive nature of the race and the desire for change among voters in the district. The outcome of this election could have significant implications for the balance of power in Congress.
