Fetterman and Oz separated by 1 point in race for Pennsylvania senator: poll
Poll took place over four days, including three following first and only debate between candidates
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman has a one-point lead over Dr. Mehmet Oz in the Pennsylvania Senate race, according to a recent poll.
Morning Call and Muhlenberg College released the poll on Tuesday, which was conducted over four days – three of which immediately followed the first and only debate between Fetterman and Oz.
Senate candidates John Fetterman and Dr. Mehmet Oz participate in a debate on Oct. 25, 2022, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. (NewsNation)
Although Fetterman has a lead of 1 percentage point, the poll results suggest his race against Oz is virtually a tie.
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The survey also found that Pennsylvania voters were closely divided in who they want to represent the state in the Senate but lean toward the state being run by a Democratic governor.
John Fetterman gestures during his debate with GOP challenger Dr. Mehmet Oz on Oct. 25, 2022, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. (NewsNation)
The gubernatorial race between Democrat Josh Shapiro and Republican Doug Mastriano gives Shapiro a 14-point lead over his opponent.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The poll also found 53% of likely voters in the state disapprove of President Joe Biden’s job performance, which is mostly unchanged since September.
For the congressional races, Pennsylvania voters prefer Republican candidates over Democrats, 48% to 43%.