John Fetterman downplays party switch as Democrats worry over his independence
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Updated · CNN · May 7
John Fetterman downplays party switch as Democrats worry over his independence
12 articles · Updated · CNN · May 7
In a Washington Post op-ed, the Pennsylvania senator said he has “no plans” to leave, while still criticising Democrats’ reflexive opposition to President Donald Trump.
He stressed he still votes overwhelmingly with Democrats, especially on abortion, labour and marijuana, but his wording stopped short of ruling out a future switch amid reported Republican recruitment.
Democrats fear a narrow 51-49 Senate majority after the midterms could leave Fetterman pivotal, echoing memories of Arlen Specter’s 2009 party switch in the same state.
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