Fetterman Meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Drawing Praise and Criticism

The Pennsylvania senator emphasizes bipartisan representation after becoming the first Senate Democrat to meet with President-elect Trump since his re-election.

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, where Trump praised him as a 'commonsense person' and expressed admiration for his approach to governance.
Fetterman defended his decision to meet with Trump, stating that he represents all Pennsylvanians, not just Democrats, and is open to dialogue with anyone to advance the state's and nation's interests.
The meeting included discussions on topics such as U.S. Steel tariffs, immigration policies, support for Israel, and the potential acquisition of Greenland, according to Trump.
Fetterman has faced backlash from some Democrats for his willingness to work with Trump and support for controversial legislation like the Laken Riley Act, which targets undocumented immigrants accused of crimes.
The meeting has sparked debate about Fetterman's political shift, with critics accusing him of normalizing Trump while others commend his bipartisan efforts.