Sen. John Fetterman Rejects Progressive Label, Emphasizes Border Security and Israel Support

Fetterman responds to criticism from the left, stating he is a regular Democrat and urging focus on broader issues over party purity tests.

Sen. John Fetterman clarifies he no longer identifies as a progressive, emphasizing his stance as a regular Democrat.
Fetterman highlights his support for Israel and border security, which has led to criticism from progressive colleagues.
He asserts that the progressive label left him, and he prefers to focus on issues like Donald Trump rather than intra-party purity tests.
Fetterman believes border security is a reasonable concern for Democrats and calls for engagement on the issue without xenophobia.
He predicts a close race in Pennsylvania for the 2024 presidential election, with confidence in President Biden's victory.