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Fetterman Screenshot Leak Threat Puts Senate Work in Spotlight

9/5/2026

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Former staff members threaten to publish screenshots showing Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) expressing disdain for Senate work.
The Wall Street Journal reports Fetterman’s deep antipathy, citing his preference for meetings with state groups.
The Journal notes he attended a funeral for fallen police officers.
A text attributed to Fetterman asked why he must keep meeting with CHOP.
He allegedly replied that the group only wants free trips to Washington, D.C.

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Former staff members threaten to publish screenshots showing Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) expressing disdain for Senate work.
The Wall Street Journal reports Fetterman’s deep antipathy, citing his preference for meetings with state groups.
The Journal notes he attended a funeral for fallen police officers.
A text attributed to Fetterman asked why he must keep meeting with CHOP.
He allegedly replied that the group only wants free trips to Washington, D.C.