January 3, 2025, Washington, D.C. – Senator Dave McCormick was officially sworn into the 119th Congress today in a ceremony attended by his family and Vice President-elect JD Vance. The ceremony took place in the Senate chamber, with McCormick’s parents watching from the gallery. The new senator from Pennsylvania took the Oath of Office using his family’s bible.
In his inaugural remarks, McCormick expressed gratitude to his constituents and committed to impactful leadership. “There is no higher honor than to serve my friends and neighbors as a United States Senator, and I plan to shake up Washington to deliver results on behalf of every Pennsylvanian,” he said.
McCormick’s immediate focus will be his work on several key Senate committees, including Banking, Energy and Natural Resources, Foreign Relations, Aging, and the Joint Economic Committee. He has outlined priorities such as securing the U.S. border, boosting Pennsylvania’s energy production, combating the fentanyl crisis, reducing living costs, and restoring national strength.
Senator McCormick has also launched official social media profiles to engage with constituents, available on platforms like Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Background on Senator McCormick:
Born in Washington, Pennsylvania, and raised in Bloomsburg, McCormick has a history of service and leadership. A West Point graduate and former 82nd Airborne Division paratrooper, he served in the First Gulf War. His post-military career includes significant roles in government and business, notably as CEO of Bridgewater Associates. McCormick’s professional journey has been marked by his efforts to secure American interests and support veteran communities.
As McCormick begins his term, he is determined to leverage his extensive experience to advocate for Pennsylvania’s needs and address national challenges.
