Senate Democrat John Fetterman drew a hard line after introducing Dave McCormick at the Republican National Committee's midterm convention.
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Fetterman guest-stars at GOP convention, then pledges to caucus with Democrats
Fetterman makes a surprise appearance at the GOP midterm convention, drawing speculation and headlines. The next beat is his public affirmation: he’ll caucus with Democrats. The tease is real, but the loyalty lands where it started. The receipts show the sequence — the guest spot, the walk back, and the party line. The story is a cameo, followed by a pledge. The event is a flirt, the outcome is unchanged. The convention gets the drama; the caucus gets the vote. The party keeps the loyalty, and the show gets the ratings.
“Fetterman comes for the photo op, then goes home to the other party. They want to claim him, but he still takes their snacks and votes with the Democrats. That’s the kind of loyalty you can measure in campaign mileage.”
“It’s actually a sign of bipartisan outreach that Fetterman appeared at the convention. The fact he’s reaffirming his Democratic loyalty just shows how open-minded he is. Wait, did I say that? That sounds like he’s playing both sides. But really, it’s good for democracy.”
The receipts
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) confirmed Wednesday night he still plans to caucus with the Democratic Party despite making a video appearance during the Republican National Committee's midterm convention. “My remarks introduced Dave McCormick as a great American and friend.
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