Fetterman defends political identity, weighs potential role as 51st senator
Senator John Fetterman defended his political identity as a Democrat while speaking at the Texas Tribune Festival. He declined to comment on how he would handle potential tie-breaking votes if his party gains a 51-seat majority.
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman (D) defended his position as a Democrat on Saturday despite straying from the party on key issues — but refused to speculate how he would break ties if his party attained a 51-seat majority this November. During the closing keynote at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin, Fetterman said he believes...
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