Democrats Try to Chip Away at House Freedom Caucus in Elections

Jan. 31, 2024, 10:30 AM UTC

Rep. Scott Perry last year led the most hard-right faction in Congress and built a reputation as one of the most conservative and combative figures in the House. But the Pennsylvania Republican represents a relatively moderate district, and Democrats hope to make him pay as he faces a competitive re-election this year.

“Perry is the most extreme MAGA member of Congress who could actually lose,” said an opening ad from Janelle Stelson, a former news anchor who is one of seven Democrats lining up to take him in the central Keystone State district.

Perry is one of a handful of ...

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