By MARC LEVY HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania conceded his reelection bid to Republican David McCormick on Thursday, as a statewide recount showed no signs of closing the gap and his campaign suffered repeated blows in court in its effort to get potentially favorable ballots counted. Casey’s concession comes more than two weeks after Election Day, as a grindingly slow ballot-counting process became a spectacle of hours-long election board meetings, social media outrage, lawsuits and accusations that some county officials were openly flouting the law. Republicans had been claiming that Democrats were trying to steal McCormick’s seat by counting “illegal votes.” Casey’s campaign had accused of Republicans of trying to block enough votes to prevent him from pulling ahead and winning. In a statement, Casey said he had just called McCormick to congratulate him. “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 said. The Associated Press called the race for McCormick on Nov. 7, concluding that not enough ballots remained to be counted in areas Casey was winning for him to take the lead. As of Thursday, McCormick led by about 16,000 votes out of almost 7 million ballots counted. That was well within the 0.5% margin threshold to trigger an automatic statewide recount under Pennsylvania law. But no election official expected a recount to change more than a couple hundred votes or so, and Pennsylvania’s highest court dealt him a blow when it refused entreaties to allow counties to count mail-in ballots that lacked a correct handwritten date on the return envelope. Republicans will have a 53-47 majority next year in the U.S. Senate. Follow Marc Levy at twitter.com/timelywriterIn a strategic move that showcases Beijing Urban Construction Group's commitment to innovation and growth, the renowned construction company has successfully secured a massive 3.9 billion project in the fourth quarter. This bold endeavor not only solidifies the group's position as a key player in the industry but also highlights its dedication to excellence in every venture undertaken.
Ange Postecoglou aims subtle dig at Arsenal and other Premier League rivalsIn the wake of this shocking turn of events, the arrest of John Smith offers a glimmer of hope that justice will prevail and that the memory of Sarah Johnson will be honored through the pursuit of truth and accountability. While the road ahead may be long and challenging, the resolve of those involved in the investigation remains unwavering as they strive to uncover the full extent of the tragedy that has befallen the insurance industry and the nation as a whole.
In a surprising turn of events, the Bank of Japan recently made a rare announcement of an upcoming speech and press conference, sparking speculations of a potential interest rate hike. The unexpected move by the central bank has sent shockwaves through the financial markets, with investors eagerly awaiting further insights into the bank's monetary policy stance.The Dallas Cowboys ruled out right guard Zack Martin and cornerback Trevon Diggs with injuries on Saturday, one day prior to a road game against the Washington Commanders. Martin has been dealing with ankle and shoulder injuries and didn't practice at all this week before initially being listed as doubtful to play on Friday. He also physically struggled during Monday night's loss to the Houston Texans. Martin, who turned 34 on Wednesday, has started all 162 games played in 11 seasons with the Cowboys. He's a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and a seven-time first-team All-Pro. Diggs has been dealing with groin and knee injuries. He was listed as questionable on Friday before being downgraded Saturday. Diggs, 26, has 37 tackles and two interceptions in 10 games this season. The two-time Pro Bowl pick led the NFL with 11 picks in 2021 and has 20 in 57 games. The Cowboys elected not to activate receiver Brandin Cooks (knee) for the game. He returned to practice earlier this week and he was listed as questionable on Friday. Dallas activated offensive tackle Chuma Edoga (toe) and defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (knee) off injured reserve Saturday, placed safety Markquese Bell (shoulder) on IR and released defensive end KJ Henry. Tight end Jake Ferguson (concussion) was previously ruled out. Tight end Princeton Fant was elevated from the practice squad to replace him. Cornerback Kemon Hall also was elevated from the practice squad. --Field Level MediaThe decision to seek an arrest warrant for the former defense minister sends a clear message that corruption will not be tolerated and that those who abuse their power will be held accountable. It also demonstrates the commitment of South Korean prosecutors to upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice is served.
In the unpredictable world of football transfers, even the smallest misstep can have major consequences. Arsenal, under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, recently found themselves in the spotlight for missing out on key signings due to two high-profile transfer blunders. These mistakes have not only raised eyebrows among fans and pundits but also highlighted the importance of making smart decisions in the fast-paced and competitive transfer market.While there have been speculations about Sergi Roberto potentially leaving Barcelona, the player himself has made it clear that he is not currently considering a move away from the team. His commitment to the club and desire to continue representing Barcelona on the field have been reiterated by the player in various interviews and statements.
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