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Fetterman's voting record remains largely Democratic despite maverick image

10/10/2026

John Fetterman, D-Pa., has voted with Senate Democrats nearly 90% of the time since joining the chamber in 2023, a record that contradicts speculation he may switch to the Republican Party.

While the senator has gained a reputation as a party outlier for breaking with Democratic leadership on issues such as immigration and the war in Iran, his overall voting alignment remains high compared to other members of his caucus.

The narrative surrounding Fetterman has intensified as Republicans control the Senate.

He has become a focal point for debates about whether he will abandon the Democratic Party, particularly after he stated that he would leave if Democrats continued to turn their backs on Israel.

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