Democrats win key races in Pennsylvania and New Jersey elections

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Democrats achieved a significant victory in Pennsylvania's 2025 general election, sweeping major races in Philadelphia and its suburbs, along with statewide judicial contests. The results saw incumbent District Attorney Larry Krasner secure a third term in Philadelphia, while Democrats also won the city's controller race and retained three state Supreme Court justices. New Jersey's gubernatorial race saw Democrat Mikie Sherrill defeat Republican Jack Ciattarelli. Additionally, Downingtown elected its first openly transgender mayor, Erica Deuso.


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