John Fetterman kept up his verbal sparring with another Democratic colleague Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez following her insistence that the party "work more aggressively" against Donald Trump .
Since Trump secured his re-election, the Pennsylvania Senator has tried to adopt a maverick stance similar to John McCain’s style, engaging in meetings with the President and generally abstaining from public criticism of him.
Ocasio-Cortez has endeavored to revitalize the party's core supporters by co-headlining a tour through key swing districts. Vermont socialist and mentor Bernie Sanders .
The founder of New York's squad seemed to criticize Fetterman and ten other Democrats who supported the Republicans' continuing resolution to prevent a government shutdown during a recent address. Las Vegas Thursday.
"This isn't solely about Republicans. We also require a Democratic Party that puts up a stronger fight for our interests," she stated.
Fetterman brushed off the criticism in a social media post on Friday.
'Stand firm' — a maneuver that could have injured millions and thrown us into turmoil. We maintained an operational government. Get used to it," the senator stated.
This isn't the first time Fetterman has criticized AOC for her remarks about his vote. Senate Republicans.
Earlier this week, when prompted to address her criticisms, he stated, "Please convey that I couldn’t care less about her opinions on the matter," he mentioned. NewsNation .
I'm planning to take a stance based on what I think is the correct course of action, yet I'd like to inquire, 'What's the strategy for getting out of this situation after we close down the government?' How will all the millions of Americans whose lives will be negatively affected cope? And what about those who won't receive any paychecks? She'll still get hers, however.
Ocasio-Cortez seemingly responded by mending fences with Fetterman’s primary opponent in the 2022 race. Democrat Primary, Connor Lamb.
Fetterman seized the 'progressive' position in the race, whereas Lamb was seen as more of a moderate, prior to Fetterman's campaign. secured the position ahead of Dr. Oz during the general election .
Ocasio-Cortez didn't support any candidate during the primary but threw her backing behind Fetterman in the general election. However, judging from a tweet to Lamb earlier on Friday, she seems to be reconsidering this stance.
In response to a post where Lamb criticized Fetterman for his vote, she stated: "I was mistaken about you, and I apologize," accompanied by the crying emoji.
She queried, "Where should I turn in my Conor Lamb apology form?"
Lamb replied, "There’s no need—we’ve obviously stood on the same side regarding the oligarchy issue (opposed) and supported social security and Medicare (in favor). Let’s grow this coalition as much as we can. Best wishes for your journey."
Ocasio-Cortez subsequently expressed gratitude to Lamb for everything he does.
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In general, Fetterman has opposed his own party’s stance on the continuing resolution and has criticized Senate Democrats for engaging in ‘theater’ to maintain their image.
Shut down the government, throw the nation into turmoil, jeopardize an economic downturn," Fetterman tweeted on X. "Or trade closure for a 30-day continuing resolution that will definitely fail.
"The House GOP continuing resolution will subsequently clear the Senate as it requires only 51 votes. Engaging in total theatrics is neither fair to constituents nor an effective strategy," the senator further noted.
Fetterman criticized his own party for their subdued reaction to President Trump's speech. Congress .
The Pennsylvania legislator, viewed by certain individuals as a possible unconventional contender for the 2028 presidency election , was asked by Fox News regarding his response to the behavior of Democrats during Trump's address.
Democrats encountered criticism due to various demonstrations and protests during the speech, such as declining to rise and applaud when a youth was recognized. cancer a survivor recognized by Trump, whereas one congressman was expelled from the chamber due to his behavior.
"I believe that wasn't the most flattering appearance for our gathering last evening," Fetterman stated.
Fetterman turned to X to express a harsher view of his party’s performance, labeling it as a ‘disheartening parade of self-destructive behavior and uncontrollable tantrums.’
It only portrays Trump as more presidential and composed," he stated while sharing a Politico article that ridiculed Democrats for holding up protest signs during the address, calling it "like playing bingo.
"We're turning into the proverbial car alarms that people ignore — and this might not be the effective message," Fetterman shared.
The senator's departure from his party has emerged as he has been suggested by some as a possible presidential contender for 2028. Bill Maher has recently suggested he should run. , stating 'Democrats should seek out their version of Trump.'
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