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politics25 days ago•3 min saved

Fetterman's Secret GOP Convention Cameo Sparks Bipartisan Buzz

Sen. John Fetterman quietly agreed to appear at the Republican midterm convention, recording a video outside a steel mill to introduce Sen. Dave McCormick and tout bipartisan steel-industry cooperation. The move, driven by GOP organizers seeking an eye-catching ‘Oh sh*t’ moment, came from a personal friendship rather than a desire to switch parties. Fetterman stressed he’s a lifelong Democrat and wouldn’t become a Republican, and he didn’t travel to Dallas in person or tell his team in advance.

via axios.com|

#bipartisan #democratic-party #fetterman

politics26 days ago•8 min saved

Pennsylvania Democrats Eye 2028 Senate Bid as Fetterman Questions Linger

Pennsylvania Democrats are quietly weighing a 2028 challenge to John Fetterman, with Rep. Chris Deluzio emerging as a potential consensus candidate supported by Gov. Josh Shapiro and the Bernie Sanders wing; other names in the mix include Rep. Brendan Boyle, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, and former Rep. Conor Lamb. While Washington Democrats worry about angering Fetterman, back home factions from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia are at odds, and the party faces a choice between a crowded primary and possible spoiler or independent scenarios depending on Fetterman’s plans.

via CNN|

#2028 #deluzio #democrats

politics29 days ago•3 min saved

Fetterman Makes Surprise GOP Convention Appearance, Endorses McCormick and Fuels Switch Speculation

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared virtually at the Republican midterm convention to endorse Republican Dave McCormick, saying he’s a commonsense Democrat who will reject extremes and socialism, a message that sparked party-switch speculation despite his denials; Republicans welcomed the centrist vibe, while Democrats called him a Benedict Arnold, highlighting the tension around his influence in a narrowly divided Senate.

via The Guardian|

#fetterman #mccormick #party-switch

politics29 days ago•10 min saved

Fetterman’s Island: Democrats Stay Quiet as GOP Switch Talk Swirls

Sen. John Fetterman faces a rising intraparty backlash for his left-leaning stance and a surprise appearance at the Republican midterm convention, but Democratic colleagues have largely avoided public criticism as the party fights to hold the Senate; while some see him as a potential 51st vote if Democrats retain control, others wonder about his 2028 prospects, as Republicans hint they’d welcome him if he were to switch parties.

via Politico|

#democrats #fetterman #intraparty-dynamics

politics1 month ago•394 min saved

Fetterman Surprises GOP Convention with Bipartisan Praise for McCormick

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared via video at the Republican midterm convention to praise Republican Senate candidate Dave McCormick and tout working with Donald Trump, signaling a willingness to cross party lines as the midterms approach. The appearance drew muted applause in the hall and prompted criticism from some Democrats back home, highlighting Fetterman’s ongoing bipartisan outreach.

via NBC News|

#bipartisanship #fetterman #gop-convention

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Fetterman to Back Trump at GOP Convention, Fueling Party-Shift Speculation

Sen. John Fetterman is set to appear at the GOP convention in a video praising President Trump and Pennsylvania Senate hopeful Dave McCormick, a move that signals a notable estrangement from the Democratic Party left. He isn’t expected to switch parties, but the cameo could intensify questions about his future in Democratic politics and potential impact on the 2028 Senate race, while also boosting Trump’s bid to woo former Democrats.

via Axios|

#fetterman #gop-convention #mccormick

politics1 month ago•134 min saved

Pennsylvania Senate rift deepens as Fetterman grows distant from Democrats

Democrats in Pennsylvania are growing frustrated with Senator John Fetterman as he remains largely insulated from the caucus, missing votes and public appearances, prompting questions about his effectiveness and 2028 prospects. The situation underscores mounting intra-party tensions ahead of key races tied to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s reelection and competitive House contests, even as Fetterman signals red lines on policy and cultivates unlikely cross‑party ties.

via AP News|

#democrats #fetterman #party-switch

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Fetterman fights back as leaked texts spark bid to oust him

Sen. John Fetterman denounces a bombshell leak of staff texts as a smear, while GOP ally Sen. Dave McCormick defends him and some Pennsylvania Democrats push to unseat him ahead of a potential 2028 bid; the report accuses him of skipping meetings with constituents and other duties, but Fetterman says disgruntled staffers orchestrated the story.

via Fox News|

#fetterman #leaked-texts #mccormick

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Fetterman Rebuffs WSJ Report, Calls It a Smear from Ex-Staffers

Fetterman denounces a Wall Street Journal piece based on former aides as a smear from disgruntled staffers, arguing the report is stripped of context as he defends his Senate work. He says he privately conveyed condolences after a police tragedy and carried out duties when able, cites illness for missing some events, and notes his 2028 reelection bid with Democrats backing him despite policy clashes.

via usatoday.com|

#fetterman #pennsylvania #politics

politics1 month ago•203 min saved

Fetterman Pushes Back, Denounces Aides’ Claims as Smears

Sen. John Fetterman publicly pushed back against anonymous former aides who described him as apathetic and skipping constituent meetings, calling the Wall Street Journal report a smear from disgruntled staffers and arguing the texts were taken out of context. He defended his record, pointed to meetings with CHOP officials and condolences for police and veterans, and warned he could leave the Democratic Party over Israel policy, highlighting a rift with his own party amid debates over foreign policy and his potential 2028 reelection."

via CNN|

#aides #fetterman #israel

politics1 month ago•246 min saved

Pennsylvania Dems Pressure Fetterman Amid WSJ Profile

After a Wall Street Journal profile described multiple absences and perceived neglect of duties, several Pennsylvania Democrats publicly urged Senator John Fetterman to resign or face ouster in 2028, citing town hall complaints and concerns about his ability to govern; the discussions unfold against his known 2022 stroke and ongoing prominence within a fractious Democratic Party.

via MS NOW|

#fetterman #pennsylvania #politics

politics1 month ago•7 min saved

Pennsylvania Dems Plot 2028 Challenge to Fetterman Amid Internal Dissent

Pennsylvania Democrats, including Rep. Chris Deluzio and Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, are weighing ways to oust Sen. John Fetterman in 2028 after a Wall Street Journal report depicted him as lazy and inattentive to core duties, with leaked texts suggesting minimal constituent outreach. Fetterman has denied plans to switch parties, but the article highlights growing intra‑party friction as PA lawmakers push for stronger representation ahead of the next election.

via Fox News|

#2028-election #democratic-opposition #fetterman

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Fetterman brands Democrats 'the party of socialism' after CBS poll

A CBS News poll finds 58% of Democratic respondents view socialism positively (vs 32% for capitalism), prompting Sen. John Fetterman to call the party the 'party of socialism' while reaffirming his pro-capitalist stance; the story also notes broader national views (35% positive on socialism, 46% on capitalism) and recalls Fetterman's earlier remarks praising capitalism.

via USA Today|

#capitalism #democrats #fetterman

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Fetterman warns El-Sayed's Piker ties could swing Michigan Senate race

Sen. John Fetterman warned that Abdul El-Sayed’s alliance with far-left streamer Hasan Piker, and his anti-Israel stance, could jeopardize Democrats’ hold on Michigan’s pivotal Senate seat as El-Sayed faces Republican Mike Rogers in the general election.

via foxnews.com|

#abdul-el-sayed #fetterman #hasan-piker

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Fetterman Opposes Trump's Attorney General Nominee Blanche

Sen. John Fetterman said on Jon Stewart’s podcast that he will not vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general, signaling opposition within the Democratic ranks as Blanche’s nomination advances to a full Senate vote on a party-line committee decision; Collins opposes Blanche and a couple GOP holdouts remain undecided, with Blanche facing scrutiny over his record and independence from the DOJ.

via Fox News|

#attorney-general #fetterman #politics