A political newcomer’s closer-than-expected finish in Tuesday’s special congressional election in Ohio surprised Republicans and jolted Democrats in a former bellwether state. Democrat Michael Kripchak lost the race for the 6th Congressional District to Republican state Sen.
In this image provided by the Committee to Elect Michael Kripchak, Democratic candidate for Congress, Michael Kripchak, standing, meets with supporters on Feb. 18, 2024, at the Monroe County, Ohio , Democratic Party, Pre-Primary Baked Steak Dinner. A political newcomer’s closer-than-expected finish in a special congressional election, Tuesday, June 11 in Ohio surprised Republicans and jolted Democrats in a former bellwether state.
Kripchak, 42, also became the first Democratic candidate to carry the blue-collar Mahoning County — home to Youngstown and Ohio’s once proud steel valley — since Trump turned it red in 2020. Kripchak leads the county by a slim margin, as votes are still being counted. The Associated Press is the most trusted source of information on election night, with a history of accuracy dating to 1848.“It’s a solid red district. We know that,” McCabe said. “We kind of went into this election knowing that, and maybe we all took it a little bit for granted on this one.”
This time, though, they’ll be on the ballot with a presidential race, which he anticipates will drive 6th District turnout much higher.Rulli was equally confident in his victory speech. He credited Kripchak for working hard but said he was the superior retail politician, better suited to the blue-collar district.Kripchak said Wednesday that he was not surprised that he performed above expectations. He said he thinks Democrats could win the district with effort and investment.
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