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September 8, 2026
Sen. John Fetterman Faces Increasing Isolation and Criticism from Democrats
- Sen. John Fetterman's approval among Pennsylvania Democrats has dropped to only 20%, down from 74% two years ago, with many local leaders expressing frustration and distancing themselves from him.
- Fetterman has acknowledged his isolation, maintaining support for controversial positions, including his backing of Israel's actions in Gaza and criticism of left-wing Democrats.
- Despite his declining favor among Democrats, Fetterman is reportedly more popular among Republicans, with 73% approving of his performance, and he has not ruled out a party switch if the Democratic Party becomes anti-Israel.
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- Fetterman leans on unlikely GOP ally as Dems sharpen their knives over explosive reportSep 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM · Fox News
- Fetterman's isolation from Democrats grows stark in PennsylvaniaSep 9, 2026 at 4:04 AM · AP
- Sen. John Fetterman's isolation from Democrats grows stark in PennsylvaniaSep 9, 2026 at 6:40 AM · ABC News