Pennsylvania Democrats Eye Primary Against Fetterman Over Leaked Texts

Pennsylvania Rep. Chris Deluzio said Sunday he might mount a primary challenge against Sen. John Fetterman in 2028, though he has not decided to run.

"I'm doing everything I can right now to help Democrats," Deluzio said, signaling his current focus remains on broader party support.

The criticism erupted after a revealed leaked text messages showing Fetterman dismissing scheduled meetings and skipping an officers' funeral.

Rep. Brendan Boyle, another Pennsylvania Democrat, called Fetterman a "lazy trust fund baby." The public rebuke from fellow Democrats underscores deep frustration within the delegation.

A primary contest would force Fetterman to defend his record against challengers from his own party in a critical swing state.

Pennsylvania Rep. Chris Deluzio said Sunday he might mount a primary challenge against Sen. John Fetterman in 2028, though he has not decided to run.

"I'm doing everything I can right now to help Democrats," Deluzio said, signaling his current focus remains on broader party support.

The criticism erupted after a revealed leaked text messages showing Fetterman dismissing scheduled meetings and skipping an officers' funeral.

Rep. Brendan Boyle, another Pennsylvania Democrat, called Fetterman a "lazy trust fund baby." The public rebuke from fellow Democrats underscores deep frustration within the delegation.

A primary contest would force Fetterman to defend his record against challengers from his own party in a critical swing state.