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Shapiro Sidesteps Fetterman's 2028 Reelection Support Amid Tensions

1/30/2026

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At a Christian Science Monitor event, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro declined to back U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s 2028 reelection bid.
Shapiro acknowledged Fetterman’s service and did not express admiration when asked directly.
Fetterman has not announced reelection and could face progressive primary challenges.
Fetterman criticized Shapiro in a memoir, saying they no longer communicate.
Shapiro says they are on speaking terms and recently met about state issues.

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At a Christian Science Monitor event, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro declined to back U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s 2028 reelection bid.
Shapiro acknowledged Fetterman’s service and did not express admiration when asked directly.
Fetterman has not announced reelection and could face progressive primary challenges.
Fetterman criticized Shapiro in a memoir, saying they no longer communicate.
Shapiro says they are on speaking terms and recently met about state issues.