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WSJ Report Alleges Fetterman Skipped Senate Duties

9/9/2026

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Fetterman Skips Duties

The Wall Street Journal reported on September 3, 2026 that Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman skipped meetings, hearings and Senate duties, citing leaked staff messages.
The coverage stresses that his alleged absences could leave constituents, veterans and families without representation or assistance.
Chief of staff Adam Jentleson warned in a 2024 memo that Fetterman's behavior was concerning.
The Wall Street Journal reported he did not attend the three-hour funeral for the officers.

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Fetterman Skips Duties

The Wall Street Journal reported on September 3, 2026 that Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman allegedly skipped meetings, committee hearings and senatorial duties, based on leaked staff messages.
Fetterman and Senator Dave McCormick defended him, calling the leaks partisan smears and stressing their bipartisan work for Pennsylvania.
They highlighted achievements, saving US Steel jobs and securing $600 million for Delaware River Bridge.
Democratic Representative Chris Deluzio said he is considering a 2028 primary challenge to Fetterman.

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Fetterman Skips Duties

The Wall Street Journal published a September 3, 2026 report alleging Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman skipped meetings, hearings and duties, citing leaked staff messages.
Pennsylvania Democrats urged Fetterman to resign, calling him a disgrace, as polls showed Democratic but Republican approval and his lowest Democratic loyalty score.
Fetterman called WSJ story a hit piece and apologized for a joke.
CQ/Roll Call analysis showed he voted with Senate Democrats 80% of time, lowest loyalty.

Blindspot

Former chief of staff Adam Jentleson warned in a 2024 memo that Senator John Fetterman's behavior and mental health were on a concerning trajectory.
Within this story's sources, this angle appears mainly in Left-leaning coverage and receives less attention in Center-leaning and Right-leaning coverage.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 leaks accusing Senator John Fetterman of skipping hearings echo the 1989-1991 Senate Ethics probe of the Keating Five, where five senators faced reprimand after Charles Keating’s $1.3 million contributions and the Lincoln Savings collapse cost the government $3.4 billion. Both episodes show how absenteeism and ethical doubts spur party and press demands for accountability.

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Fetterman Skips Duties

The Wall Street Journal reported on September 3, 2026 that Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman skipped meetings, hearings and Senate duties, citing leaked staff messages.
The coverage stresses that his alleged absences could leave constituents, veterans and families without representation or assistance.
Chief of staff Adam Jentleson warned in a 2024 memo that Fetterman's behavior was concerning.
The Wall Street Journal reported he did not attend the three-hour funeral for the officers.

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