A Democratic victory in Pennsylvania’s U.S. House and state legislative races may strengthen Josh Shapiro’s position within his party during the presidential primary.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro delivered remarks at a campaign event for Democratic congressional candidate Bob Brooks on July 26. This took place at the Steelworkers Union Hall in Bethlehem.

Bethlehem, Pa. — House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York strategically selected a union hall in the Lehigh Valley to kick off the crucial final 100-day push toward the midterm elections. ‘This is ground zero for the battle to control Congress,’ he announced, hinting at the significance of the region in the political landscape.