About this race
By: DDHQ Automation
In the upcoming election for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District, two candidates are vying for the seat. The Democratic nominee is Christopher Deluzio, aged 40, who studied at the United States Naval Academy. He is currently serving as the U.S. Representative and is also an attorney. The Republican nominee is Rob Mercuri, who attended the United States Military Academy at West Point. He currently serves in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and is also a small-business owner.
The United States House of Representatives is currently composed of 220 Republicans, 212 Democrats, with 3 vacancies. In Pennsylvania's 17th District, the demographic breakdown shows a majority of Non-Hispanic White residents at 86%, followed by Black residents at 8%. Hispanic and Asian populations make up 2% and 4%, respectively.
In previous election cycles, Pennsylvania's 17th District has shown competitive dynamics. Joe Biden won the 2020 Presidential election in this district by a margin of 6%. In the 2022 House elections, Deluzio emerged victorious with a margin of approximately 7%. This upcoming House race is expected to be competitive.
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