Bob Brooks holds a strong edge in Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District race due to recent polling momentum and the district’s battleground status for House control. A late-September Franklin & Marshall survey showed the Democratic challenger leading incumbent Republican Ryan Mackenzie 45% to 40% among registered voters, with Brooks ahead among independents and moderates. The Lehigh Valley seat flipped narrowly to Republicans in 2024 and remains a top target for Democrats seeking to flip competitive districts. Both campaigns have drawn heavy outside spending, with Brooks benefiting from union support and endorsements from state Democratic leaders. Mackenzie’s reelection bid faces headwinds from voter economic concerns and the broader midterm environment, though 16% undecided voters leave room for late shifts before the November 3 general election.