Rep. Scott Perry Fends Off Democratic Rival to Win Reelection

The Republican congressman pledges to help President-elect Donald Trump advance his second term agenda.

Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) speaks during a news conference with members of the House Freedom Caucus outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Feb. 28, 2022. Drew Angerer/Getty Images

Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) narrowly defeated his Democratic opponent as Republicans picked up seats in two Pennsylvania districts where Democrats hold a slight registration advantage.

Perry, who previously chaired the conservative House Freedom Caucus, beat Janelle Stelson, a Republican-turned-Democrat and longtime local news anchor.