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Governor Shapiro Backs Bob Brooks for PA-07 Race

12/15/2025

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro endorsed Bob Brooks for the Democratic nomination in PA-07 on December 15, 2025.
Brooks is president of Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association and has backing from Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Rep. Chris Deluzio.
He aims to unseat freshman Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in a four-candidate primary, as the PA-07 race remains competitive into 2026, following a $38 million spending spree in 2024.

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro endorsed Bob Brooks for the Democratic nomination in PA-07 on December 15, 2025.
Brooks is president of Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association and has backing from Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Rep. Chris Deluzio.
He aims to unseat freshman Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in a four-candidate primary, as the PA-07 race remains competitive into 2026, following a $38 million spending spree in 2024.