Democratic Pa. Sen. Fetterman makes surprise video appearance at GOP midterm convention
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman spoke to the Republican midterm convention via video Wednesday, an extraordinary escalation of the growing rupture between the Pennsylvanian and his party.
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There are now 55 days until the midterm elections nationwide, and members of the Republican
Party, including President Trump, came together tonight for the first-ever midterm convention
in Dallas, Texas.
And there was a surprising appearance by Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman, who sent
in a video to the event.
Yes, I'm a Democrat.
Why am I here talking to you today?
Because, well, I'm a common-sense Democrat.
Fetterman also denounced socialism in his party.
As he introduced his fellow Pennsylvania Senator, Republican Dave McCormick, at the convention.
This comes amid speculation that Fetterman may switch parties, although he has denied
any plan to do so.
Action News spoke with a political science professor at West Chester University tonight
about this unusual appearance just weeks before the midterm.
This is kind of an unprecedented step for someone who's two years out from a re-election.
And, you know, I'm sure it's going to further alienate many in the Democratic base.
In a statement to ABC News, Fetterman defended his decision to introduce McCormick and said
he remains committed to the Democratic Party.
He is up for re-election in 2028.
President Trump was the last to speak at tonight's convention.