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Fetterman’s Possible Party Switch Threatens Democratic Senate Majority

4/18/2026

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Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) could switch parties, which would disrupt Democratic Senate plans.
James Carville, a political commentator, expressed skepticism that Fetterman would switch, suggesting he seeks media attention.
Carville proposed that Republicans could entice Fetterman with significant committee assignments if he switched.
Al Hunt, a journalist, warned that if Democrats win only a few seats, Fetterman's defection could threaten the Senate majority.

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Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) could switch parties, which would disrupt Democratic Senate plans.
James Carville, a political commentator, expressed skepticism that Fetterman would switch, suggesting he seeks media attention.
Carville proposed that Republicans could entice Fetterman with significant committee assignments if he switched.
Al Hunt, a journalist, warned that if Democrats win only a few seats, Fetterman's defection could threaten the Senate majority.