(WHTM) – Democrat Nancy Mannion has announced her candidacy for Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District.

Republican Congressman Lloyd Smucker currently holds the seat and represents all of Lancaster County, as well as a portion of southern York County.

Mannion holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with more than four decades of experience as an emergency nurse. Her work experience includes more than two years as the Director of Emergency and Trauma Services at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Director of Emergency Services at Pinnacle Health Hospitals in Harrisburg, and Chair of several nursing organizations.

Mannion’s campaign says she’s entering the race “to challenge the silent injustices of the current
Republican Administration. She believes the follow-the-leader approach by the districts’ incumbent representative is failing the people he serves.”

Last month, former Marine Sarah Renee Klimm (D) announced her candidacy in the 11th district. Ephrata resident Jeffrey Wilder has also filed to run in the Democratic primary.

Smucker has served in Congress since 2017 and won re-election in 2024 by more than 100,000 votes. In four congressional races, Smucker has received at least 59% support.

The seat representing most of Lancaster County has been held by a Republican for several decades.

In Congress, Smucker currently serves on the influential House Ways and Means Committee, where he was a key member behind the “Big Beautiful Bill” passing in the House.