Britt and Cotton Defend Fetterman Against Internal Party Attacks
U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tom Cotton (R-Kansas) have come out in support of Democrat Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania), criticizing anonymous attacks on him from within his own party, particularly regarding his mental health.
Britt took to social media to express her strong backing for Fetterman, emphasizing that the nature of the attacks he has faced is shameful. “What the media and his own party agendas are doing to attack him is totally dishonorable,” she stated. “He is an independent thinker and voice, and I’m proud to stand with John.”
Cotton also voiced his concerns, labeling the treatment of Fetterman by some Democrats as disgraceful. He noted their differences but affirmed, “He’s a decent and real guy,” criticizing what he described as the radical left’s relentless and unfair attacks against him, particularly regarding his pro-Israel stance.
The controversy surrounding Fetterman and his party has sparked considerable debate. Journalist David Weigel pointed out that social media has been rife with bullying directed at Fetterman, with some progressive factions suggesting he should resign in favor of another Democrat. There seems to be a hope among Republicans that this might provoke Fetterman to leave the party.
Weigel suggested that Republicans might tie their criticism of Fetterman to Mental Health Awareness Month, arguing that it underscores how Democrats back their candidates regardless of their capacity to perform their duties—an apparent reference to figures like President Biden.
He described the current predicament as a significant “disruption” for Democrats. “What’s overlooked here is the ongoing debate about Fetterman’s future in the Senate. It’s about more than just his depression; it raises concerns about being an unstable member who might endanger his staff,” Weigel remarked. “This isn’t a typical scenario where a senator resigns.”
He added that there’s a notable precedent regarding performance and age among senators, implying that Democrats are hesitant to question a long-serving member’s ability to fulfill their responsibilities.
