Chris Rabb wins Democratic primary for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District, AP projects
State Representative Chris Rabb, a Democrat from Pennsylvania and US Congressional candidate, arrives for a campaign event ahead of a primary election at Garden of Prayer World Prayer Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, on Friday, May 15, 2026.
PHILADELPHIA - Progressive Chris Rabb is projected to win the Democratic primary for the U.S. House seat representing Pennsylvania's 3rd District, according to the Associated Press.
Rabb, a member of Pennsylvania's House of Representatives since 2017, defeated State Senator Sharif Street, Dr. Ala Stanford, and attorney Shaun Griffith.
Rabb is a progressive state lawmaker known for advocating policies related to criminal justice reform, economic inequality and environmental justice. He has built support among progressive activists and younger Democratic voters.
Rabb, a Yale grad who obtained his master’s degree from UPenn, has placed emphasis on reshaping affordability in Philadelphia. On his website, Rabb says "rising costs and a broken sy…