Exclusive / Dems sharpen Fetterman criticism after RNC appearance

Pennsylvania Democrats, including potential 2028 Senate candidates, are ramping up their criticism of Sen. John Fetterman after he appeared by video at the Republican midterm convention this week.

“He’s not going to be a Senator after 2028 — mark my words,” said Rep. Chris Deluzio.

Former Rep. Conor Lamb, who’s also been floated as a possible Fetterman primary challenger, said the video “reminded me of a North Korean newscast, with Fetterman praising the great leader for his efforts in the industrial heartland while everyone else in the country understands they’re getting screwed.”

And Rep. Brendan Boyle knocked Fetterman on social media, saying he’d make a decision about his future after the midterms.

“Both House Budget Committee Chairman or the US Senate are great positions. I will choose based on which position gives me more of an ability to impact public policy,” he told Semafor.

And another potential candidate, progressive Rep. Summer Lee, said in a statement to Semafor the “Pennsylvanians who didn’t already see him as the cosplayer he is now are ready to see him out the door in 2028.”

Fetterman’s office did not respond to a request for comment.