AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPrimary Aftermath, House Stakes: Pennsylvania’s May 19 primaries are already setting November matchups, with Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti lining up to challenge GOP Rep. Rob Bresnahan in PA-8 and Bob Brooks winning the Dem nod to face Bresnahan’s seat in the fall. GOP Power Test: In the governor’s race, Stacy Garrity cruised to the GOP nomination and will face Josh Shapiro, as the campaign pivots to spending, transit funding, and affordability. District Spotlight: In PA-7, Ryan Mackenzie stays unopposed in the GOP primary while Brooks takes the Democratic ticket—turning the race into a straight fight over costs and healthcare. Student Loans Fight: AG Dave Sunday and allies are pushing back against a U.S. Department of Education rule that would narrow access to federal loans for professional degree programs. Cyber + Safety: Pennsylvania State Police wrapped up Operation Wrong Place, arresting nine people in an online child exploitation sting. Local Notes: Memorial Day plans roll out across the state, from Newville’s parade-and-ceremony schedule to community veteran flag displays.
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