May 21, 2025 By Mike Jones 2 min read

Washington County Judge Brandon Neuman, who ran unopposed in the Democratic primary for state Superior Court, will now face Clarion County attorney Maria Battista in the general election in November.

Neuman’s spot in the Nov. 4 general election was never in doubt since he had no opponents in Tuesday’s primary, but it is still significant for a statewide candidate to emerge from Washington County.

“I want to thank today’s primary voters for entrusting me as your Superior Court nominee,” Neuman said in a written statement. “Judges are the cornerstone of your rights and freedoms, and my versatile legislative and judicial experience uniquely qualifies me to best serve the interests of all Pennsylvanians on the Superior Court.”

He will now compete against Battista in the general election after she defeated Chester County President Judge Ann Marie Wheatcraft in the Republican primary.

“With the support of the people in this election, we will ensure that all Pennsylvanians’ voices will be heard by a fair and impartial judge,” Neuman said. “I look forward to continuing momentum across the Commonwealth and earning your vote in November.”

Neuman, 43, of North Strabane, has been a judge in Washington County Court of Common Pleas since January 2018, and previously served as a Democratic state representative in the Washington area district.