Pennsylvania Democrat Sen. Bob Casey finally conceded the race to Republican challenger Dave McCormick.
“I just called Dave McCormick to congratulate him on his election to represent Pennsylvania in the United States Senate,” said Casey. “As the first count of ballots 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.”
Casey has been fighting for his seat even though numerous news organizations called the Race for McCormick.
Pennsylvania called for a recount because McCormick win had less than a 0.5% margin.
The recount should have started on November 26. It would have cost taxpayers around $1 million.
McCormick offered a gracious response:
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