Fetterman Hits Back
Senator Fetterman Slams Wall Street Journal Report As Disgruntled Hit Piece
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Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania is pushing back hard against a Wall Street Journal report that claims he is not fully performing his Senate duties. Fetterman called the story a "hit piece from disgruntled staffers" and a "dumb joke." He also apologized for dismissing concerns from leaders at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia about Medicaid cuts in a text message.
The report revealed text messages showing Fetterman avoided multiple meetings and events. He skipped a meeting with CHOP leaders and missed a funeral for three York County police officers. Staff accounts on social media have since emerged, claiming to offer insider stories about working for the senator.
Fetterman Dismisses Report as Political Attack
Fetterman rejected the Wall Street Journal investigation as a coordinated attack. He labeled it a "hit piece from disgruntled staffers" rather than legitimate journalism. The senator called the story a "dumb joke," refusing to engage seriously with its core allegations about his Senate performance and work attendance.
Text Messages Show Hospital Leaders Being Dismissed
The Wall Street Journal report included text exchanges between Fetterman and his staff. Messages revealed he dismissed concerns from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia about Medicaid cuts. Fetterman later apologized for these texts, calling them insensitive to the hospital's serious policy concerns about federal healthcare funding.
Pattern of Canceled Meetings and Isolation
According to multiple news outlets, Fetterman has repeatedly avoided meetings at the last minute. He skipped crucial events including a meeting with CHOP leadership and a funeral honoring three slain York County police officers. The cancellations have fueled concerns about his availability and engagement with key Democratic colleagues in Washington.
Former Staff Members Begin Sharing Their Stories
Following the Wall Street Journal article, an X profile claiming to represent former Fetterman staffers announced plans to post accounts of their time working for the senator. The accounts could provide additional details about his office operations, meeting attendance, and workplace dynamics. This adds pressure on Fetterman as criticism mounts over his Senate performance.
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