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John Fetterman to be Primaried

John Fetterman to be Primaried

Summary

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman is expected to face a primary challenge in 2028. The Pennsylvania Working Families Party plans to find a candidate to oppose him, as some Democrats are unhappy with his recent decisions, including a vote that supported a Republican budget bill.

Key Facts

  • Senator John Fetterman may face a primary election challenge in 2028.
  • The Pennsylvania Working Families Party is organizing the challenge.
  • They aim to recruit a candidate who opposes Fetterman.
  • Some Democrats are upset because Fetterman has recently disagreed with the party on certain issues.
  • Fetterman voted for a Republican budget bill that could remove healthcare from over 400,000 Pennsylvanians.
  • Earlier this month, Fetterman sided with Republicans to end a 43-day government shutdown.
  • The party has not yet chosen a specific candidate for the challenge.

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