PA-11: Smucker announces reelection bid
Congressman Lloyd Smucker announced his candidacy for reelection on Tuesday to continue representing Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District, which includes Lancaster and York Counties.
According to a press release, Smucker’s campaign will focus on restoring opportunity, strengthening families, and ensuring the American Dream remains attainable for future generations.
“Every generation before us fought to create greater opportunity for their children and grandchildren,” said Smucker. “Today, that promise feels increasingly out of reach as our national debt surpasses $38 trillion, threatening prosperity for future generations.”
Smucker, who currently serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on the Budget and is a member of the House Ways & Means Committee, also serves on the Trade, Social Security, and Tax Subcommittees.
“I still believe our best days are ahead of us, and with responsible leadership, we can put our country back on the right track,” Smucker continued. “By reining in out-of-control spending, protecting the working-class paycheck, and advancing pro-growth policies, we can restore opportunity and keep the American Dream alive for future generations. I look forward to continuing that fight every day in Congress.”
Smucker won reelection for his fifth term in Washington with a 26-point victory over Democrat Jim Atkinson in the 2024 election. He faces a Republican challenger in the May primary in Jeff Wilder, while Nancy Mannion and Sarah Klimm have announced their candidacies for the Democratic nomination.
Steve Ulrich is managing editor of Politics PA.
