Stelson and Brooks Led in Recent Pennsylvania Polls
New polling data shows competitive races in Pennsylvania's 7th and 10th Congressional Districts ahead of the midterms.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Elections
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Janelle Stelson has moved ahead of Scott Perry in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District, while Bob Brooks leads Ryan Mackenzie in the 7th District. These results follow recent surveys of registered voters conducted by Franklin & Marshall College.
Why it matters
These polling results highlight the competitive landscape of Pennsylvania's congressional races as the November midterm elections approach. Understanding voter sentiment in these districts is critical for tracking shifting political dynamics across the state.
The survey results represent a poll of registered voters from two districts, including 391 participants in the 10th and 357 in the 7th. It remains unknown how the 9% undecided voters in the 10th and 16% in the 7th will impact final results.
The players
Janelle Stelson
She is a candidate currently leading the polling for Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District.
Scott Perry
He is a candidate seeking office in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District.
Bob Brooks
He is a candidate currently leading the polling for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District.
Ryan Mackenzie
He is a candidate seeking office in Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District.
Josh Shapiro
He is the Governor of Pennsylvania who currently maintains a polling lead over his opponent.
The details
The survey indicates that Josh Shapiro leads Stacy Garrity by approximately 20% in both districts. Data was collected through interviews conducted by researchers at Franklin & Marshall College.
Timeline
Polling interviews were conducted between September 9 and September 20, 2026.
Midterm elections will be held on November 3, 2026.
Political Context
Opponents and partisan analysts often point to historical trends in midterm voter turnout as a counter-argument to early polling advantages. These groups emphasize that late-deciding voters and shifting local economic concerns frequently narrow initial gaps seen in polling snapshots.
These polling shifts reflect potential changes in local legislative representation that could impact state-level policy decisions for taxpayers. Voters should be aware that these metrics may correlate with future regulatory and fiscal changes in their districts.
The takeaway
Voters should monitor how undecided blocs influence the final weeks of these congressional campaigns. Staying informed through official sources helps residents understand the candidates' platforms before heading to the polls.
What happens next
Pennsylvania midterm elections will be held on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
For more on upcoming races, visit the Elections section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WHP.
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