Dems Turn on John Fetterman as Intraparty Rift Deepens Over Key Votes [WATCH]

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman is facing mounting criticism from members of his own party, as divisions grow over his positions on several high-profile issues, including his support for Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, his stance on Israel, and his openness to voter ID requirements, as reported by Fox News.

The backlash has intensified in recent days, with some Democrats publicly questioning Fetterman’s alignment with party priorities and even calling for him to step down.

The criticism marks a notable shift for a lawmaker who was once widely embraced by progressives and closely associated with Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.

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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., drew attention during a recent event when she contrasted her working relationship with Fetterman to that of Republican Sen. David McCormick.

“I have more success in working with the one on the R side of the aisle than I do with the D side of the aisle,” Houlahan said, referring to McCormick.

The remark prompted a negative reaction from the audience, as Houlahan spoke against the SAVE America Act, a Republican-backed proposal that includes voter ID requirements and other election-related changes.

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While she acknowledged that requiring identification is not inherently unreasonable, she argued that the legislation itself was flawed.

Fetterman, for his part, has maintained support for voter ID measures while opposing broader provisions within the bill. In a March 17 statement, he said he would vote against beginning debate on the legislation.

“Stop turning this into a Christmas list and attacking vote-by-mail,” Fetterman said.

Tensions escalated further last week when Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., called for Fetterman’s removal following his role in confirming Mullin as Homeland Security Secretary.

“Once again, Senator Fetterman shows why he is Trump’s favorite Democrat,” Boyle said.

“He needs to go.”

Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., also criticized Fetterman’s position on Mullin, arguing that it signaled a break from the interests of his constituents.

“If you needed any more proof that Fetterman has completely abandoned his constituents, here it is. Pennsylvanians deserve a Senator that actually fights for them,” Ryan said.

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