Fetterman Faces Staff Exodus Over Shifts in Policy and Party Alignment

The Pennsylvania senator's office sees significant staff turnover as he adopts pro-Israel stances and collaborates with Republicans on key issues.

Two senior staffers, Communications Director Charlie Hills and Legislative Director Tré Easton, are the latest to leave Senator John Fetterman's office, following a wave of resignations over the past year.
Former staffers cite frustration with Fetterman's focus on pro-Israel policies and his alignment with Republican initiatives as reasons for the departures.
Fetterman has supported controversial legislation, including the GOP-led Laken Riley Act on immigration, and has been the sole Democratic vote for several Trump cabinet nominees.
The senator’s shift away from progressive campaign promises, such as labor advocacy and immigration reform, has drawn criticism from former staff and liberal constituents.
Despite his evolving political stance, Fetterman has maintained support for parts of President Biden’s agenda while urging Democrats to moderate their responses to Trump’s policies.