Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., on Thursday conceded the race for Pennsylvania’s Senate seat to his Republican opponent, Dave McCormick.
NBC News has not yet projected a winner. The slim margins of the race triggered an automatic recount, with results expected to be released next Wednesday.
“I just called Dave McCormick to congratulate him on his election to represent Pennsylvania in the United States Senate,” Casey said in a video posted to X. “As the first count of ballot is completed, Pennsylvanians can move forward with the knowledge that their voices were heard, whether their vote was the first to be counted, or the last.”
McCormick thanked Casey in a statement, saying that Casey has “dedicated his career to bettering our commonwealth.”
“I am so honored to represent every single citizen in Pennsylvania in the United States Senate and will fight for you every day,” he added.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
Frank Thorp V and Julie Tsirkin contributed.