Pennsylvania Representative Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.) said on Sunday that he "might" consider running against Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) in the 2028 primary, though he has not yet made a final decision. Deluzio emphasized that his current focus is on supporting Democratic efforts in Pennsylvania to gain more congressional seats, which could help Governor Josh Shapiro achieve a governing majority in the state Senate and strengthen the party’s position in the state House. Deluzio also suggested that Fetterman has been largely absent from campaign events and that no Democratic candidate in Pennsylvania wants him to campaign alongside them, even if he were to participate.
Deluzio criticized Fetterman for aligning with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party on several issues, including the ongoing conflict with Iran. He pointed out that Fetterman has consistently opposed every Senate war powers resolution related to the Iran issue. Additionally, Deluzio took issue with a recent report by The Wall Street Journal that questioned Fetterman's commitment to his role as a senator. He dismissed the article as a "hit piece" and accused Fetterman of lacking a sense of duty to his constituents, arguing that he is not fit for the high office he was elected to.
Fetterman has defended the Israeli military's actions in Gaza, stating that if the Democratic Party were to become the "anti-Israel party," he would consider leaving the party. According to a June poll conducted by The Associated Press and the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, about half of Democrats believe that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza. This stance has placed Fetterman at odds with many in his party, as his alignment with Trump’s positions has been notable. According to data from VoteHub, Fetterman voted in line with Trump on 28 percent of issues last year, the highest percentage among Senate Democrats.
Deluzio's comments reflect growing tensions within the Democratic Party in Pennsylvania, where differing views on foreign policy and party loyalty are becoming more pronounced. As Deluzio weighs his potential future in politics, his criticism of Fetterman highlights the challenges facing Democratic leaders in maintaining unity and effectively governing in a deeply divided political climate.
Pennsylvania Democrat Considers Challenging Fetterman in 2028 Amid Party Tensions
AI-rewritten from original reportingHow it works
pennsylvaniadeluziofettermandemocrats2028-electionssenate



