Dan Benishek will face Democrat Gary McDowell in the November election
PETOSKEY -- Republican 1st District Congressional candidate Jason Allen will not pursue a recount of the official election results certified by the State Board of Canvassers on Friday.
In a statement released by Allen, he said: "Over the last few months, we had a spirited campaign and I am truly humbled by the support I have received across the 1st Congressional District. This past week I have been speaking to Republican leaders across the state, my supporters, and most importantly my family, to determine the best course of action. As a result of those conversations, I have decided not to pursue a recount."
After all the precincts had reported on election night, the Secretary of State Website showed a one vote difference between Allen and his primary opponent, Dan Benishek.
The certification process resulted in the numbers changing to give Benishek a 15-vote lead.
Benishek released a statement saying, "Today Senator Allen demonstrated that he is a man who puts his country, his conservative principles, and his party ahead of his own interests."
Benishek will face Democrat Gary McDowell in the November election.
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