About this race
By: DDHQ Automation
In the upcoming election for Pennsylvania's 8th District, Democratic incumbent Matt Cartwright faces off against Republican nominee Rob Bresnahan. Cartwright, age 63, is a seasoned politician, currently serving as a U.S. Representative and practicing lawyer. He completed his undergraduate studies at Hamilton College. His challenger, Rob Bresnahan, is a CEO of a family-owned electrical contracting company and an alumnus of the University of Scranton.
The United States House of Representatives currently consists of 212 Democrats, 220 Republicans, and 3 vacancies. Within the district, the demographic composition includes 76% Non-Hispanic White, 15% Hispanic, and 7% Black residents.
Historically, the district has demonstrated competitive election results. In the 2020 Presidential election, Donald Trump won the district by a margin of 2%. The 2022 House race was also closely contested, with Cartwright winning by a margin of approximately 2%. As a competitive district, the outcome of the 2024 election will contribute to shaping the balance of power in the House of Representatives.
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