Democrat John Fetterman makes surprise appearance at Republican convention
Senator praises ‘great friend’ Dave McCormick and says he will help him and Trump to support steel in Pennsylvania
TL;DR
- Senator John Fetterman, a Democrat, appeared virtually at the Republican midterm convention.
- He endorsed Republican Senator Dave McCormick, calling him a 'great friend'.
- Fetterman stated he would work with McCormick and Donald Trump to support Pennsylvania's steel industry.
- He expressed rejection of 'extremes and socialism'.
- Fetterman's appearance fueled speculation about him switching political parties, which he denies.
- Republican attendees viewed his actions positively, seeing him as a 'sensible Democrat'.
- Democratic state representative Malcolm Kenyatta criticized Fetterman's appearance harshly.