Challengers
Interest has sprung up by another Republican to replace Murphy. Rep. Rick Saccone said he is very interested in replacing Murphy.
He said “what our congressman has done, if it’s true, has certainly disgraced the office. And if the people want me to take on that job, I would certainly look at trying to restore dignity back to the office.”
Democrats are preparing themselves to test that seat as well. Bob Solomon, Pam Lovino and Mike Crossey have filed paperwork with the Federal Elections Commission.
Bob Solomon is an emergency physician. Pam Lovino is a former Department of Veterans Affairs official. Mike Crossey is a former Allegheny County Councilman and teacher’s union official.
Murphy had a good record when it came to elections. But now he is out Republicans will face a challenge replacing him.
Murphy has always prevailed despite not always finding favor with some Republicans. That era has come to an end now amid the scandal.
Jayne O’Shaughnessy worked for Murphy at one point. She said she was fired after giving a statement to Post-Gazette. She was fired days after the story appeared.
O’Shaughnessy talking about the office said the environment was hostile.
