Fetterman's role in Senate majority
The gist
Democrats need a Senate majority big enough that Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman can't swing it.
A narrow win would leave the party's control resting on one unhappy member.
How it unfolded
- Jul 28, 2026Fetterman told NBC News, "If the Democratic caucus doesn't want me, they could just let me know," and lamented "the very anti-Israel party that we're becoming."
- Sep 9, 2026Spotlight PA reported Fetterman had grown close to Pennsylvania's other senator, Republican David McCormick, appearing at events with him and launching a joint fundraising committee.
- Sep 10, 2026A Senate Democratic aide said Fetterman could make the caucus' life "harder if he ends up being the 51st vote if the majority is in hand next January."