Sen. John Fetterman Declares 'Not a Progressive', Draws Mixed Reactions

Fetterman's Stances on Israel and Immigration Spark Controversy, Contradict Previous Claims of Being a Progressive

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has declared that he’s 'not a progressive' in response to criticism over his stances on Israel’s war against Hamas and immigration reform.
Fetterman's unwavering support for Israel and willingness to join Republicans in supporting a bigger crackdown on immigration have drawn criticism from his supporters and the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
Fetterman's comments contradict his previous claims of being a progressive, with numerous tweets and interviews over the years where he referred to himself as a 'progressive'.
Fetterman has also faced backlash for his stance on immigration, with critics pointing out that his wife was once an undocumented immigrant.
Fetterman's shift in political alignment has surprised both Republicans and Democrats, with some praising his independent streak and others criticizing his departure from progressive values.