Overview
- Former staffers, including ex-chief of staff Adam Jentleson, have raised alarms about Sen. John Fetterman’s mental health, citing erratic behavior and failure to follow medical advice.
- A May 2024 letter from Jentleson to Fetterman’s doctor detailed concerns about reckless driving, conspiratorial thinking, and missed medical checkups.
- Fetterman’s June 2024 car crash, which injured his wife, and contentious comments about the Gaza conflict have further fueled scrutiny of his judgment and leadership.
- Fetterman attributes the allegations to disgruntled staffers and insists he is healthy, while his wife, Gisele, has publicly defended him and criticized Jentleson’s claims.
- The revelations have sparked debate over Fetterman’s capacity to serve, with some calling for his resignation and others defending his record and recovery progress.