Fetterman Defies Democratic Party | Harrisburg News

Senator John Fetterman stunned the Democratic establishment with a bold, pro-Republican video at a GOP convention, praising GOP rival Dave McCormick as a “great American” while subtly criticizing his own party for drifting too far left. Fetterman, increasingly at odds with Democrats over Gaza, socialism, and even voting with Republicans on key issues, framed himself as a pragmatic defender of America — not a socialist or partisan ideologue. Though he insists he’s not switching parties — citing support for labor and LGBTQ rights — his independent streak could become a powerful asset if Democrats narrowly retain Senate control. The White House even chimed...