It’s no secret that Republicans are anxious to field a strong challenge to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s re-election next year. During a May 30 speech in West Mifflin, for example, President Donald Trump endorsed the gubernatorial bid of Congressman Dan Meuser,

Garrity appears to be positioning herself as the obvious Republican candidate as she attempts to straddle the line between MAGA and mainstream.

Republicans hope to mount a more competitive race next year after the Democratic incumbent cruised to victory over Doug Mastriano in 2022.