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Fetterman Apologizes for “Dumb Joke” Text About Children’s Hospital

9/8/2026

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Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) apologized for a “dumb joke” text about Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
He said he will always advocate for the hospital and continue delivering for Pennsylvania.
He declined to attend a three-hour funeral for three York County police officers, questioning its length.
He threatened to leave the Democratic Party if it adopts an anti-Israel policy.
Former staffers created X account @FettermanStaff, promising to release additional unflattering material.

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Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) apologized for a “dumb joke” text about Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
He said he will always advocate for the hospital and continue delivering for Pennsylvania.
He declined to attend a three-hour funeral for three York County police officers, questioning its length.
He threatened to leave the Democratic Party if it adopts an anti-Israel policy.
Former staffers created X account @FettermanStaff, promising to release additional unflattering material.