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Sen. Fetterman Slams Media for Misusing His Mental Health

5/25/2025

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) fiercely condemned media outlets for "weaponizing" his depression treatment, which he started earlier this year. He expressed frustration over the speculation surrounding his mental health affecting his Senate attendance, attributing the leaks to his former chief of staff. Fetterman cautioned that openly discussing mental health can lead to harmful misinterpretations.

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) fiercely condemned media outlets for "weaponizing" his depression treatment, which he started earlier this year. He expressed frustration over the speculation surrounding his mental health affecting his Senate attendance, attributing the leaks to his former chief of staff. Fetterman cautioned that openly discussing mental health can lead to harmful misinterpretations.