Pennsylvania Democrats Turn on Senator Fetterman
A new Quinnipiac University poll finds a sharp reversal in how Pennsylvania Democrats view Sen. John Fetterman: 54% of Pennsylvania Democrats now disapprove of his job performance while roughly one‑third approve, a marked drop from last year when about 80% approved. The poll also shows 62% of Pennsylvania Republicans approve of Fetterman, reflecting cross‑party support tied to his recent votes—most notably his backing of a GOP-crafted stopgap funding measure amid the federal government shutdown—and public comments criticizing certain Democratic rhetoric.
Politics
Public Opinion
🔍 Key Facts
- Quinnipiac poll: 54% of Pennsylvania Democrats disapprove of Sen. John Fetterman, ~33% approve
- Republican view: 62% of Pennsylvania Republicans approve of Fetterman’s job performance, 21% disapprove
- Context: Last year’s poll showed ~80% Democratic approval and ~10% disapproval; Fetterman recently voted for a GOP-crafted funding measure related to the shutdown
📍 Contextual Background
- The United States federal government entered a partial shutdown on 2025-10-01 after the midnight funding deadline passed with Democrats and Republicans failing to agree on a funding bill.