The cross party endorsement is sure to upset Democratic leaders. Fitzpatrick's district comprises 84.65% of Bucks County and 15.35% of Montgomery County, and he typically outperforms other candidates in Democratic-leaning regions. In response, Fitzpatrick called Manchin a longtime friend and partner, stating that despite serving in different chambers and coming from different parties, they both prioritized their constituents.
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Joe Manchin Endorses Republican Brian Fitzpatrick for PA House Seat
US Politics6 days ago
The former senator from West Virginia called on voters in Pennsylvania's 1st District to support the incumbent representative in a video released to social media. Joe Manchin, who shifted his party affiliation from Democrat to Independent, asked the electorate to vote for Brian Fitzpatrick in a contest against Democratic Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie. The race is described as one of the most closely watched district contests in the country each cycle.
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