John Fetterman’s health and the actions of his wife are the subject of a new piece
A recent exposé on Senator John Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, has sparked a firestorm on social media. The article delves into alleged tensions between Fetterman and his wife, Gisele, regarding his health regimen, his stance on Israel, and her reported conflicts with his staff.
Titled “All By Himself: John Fetterman insists he is in good health, but staffers past and present say they no longer recognize the man they once knew,” the piece by New York Magazine’s Intelligencer features accounts from current and former staffers who worked for the senator. In May 2022, Fetterman suffered a severe stroke during his Senate campaign against Dr. Mehmet Oz.
The article details various incidents, including a situation at a Democratic caucus retreat at the Library of Congress in February 2023. A staffer mentioned finding Fetterman sitting alone at a table, quietly sipping a soda.
It goes on to describe an incident where Fetterman was almost hit by a car and was later found wandering aimlessly on Capitol Hill. Doctors at George Washington University Hospital determined that he was severely dehydrated, dispelling fears of a second stroke. Following a concerning encounter with Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio, Fetterman was admitted to Walter Reed Medical Center on February 15.
Upon his discharge, Fetterman reportedly threw himself into his Senate duties, becoming more outspoken on issues such as the Israel-Gaza conflict and advocating for the removal of Senator Robert Menendez amid corruption allegations. However, the article paints a picture of an erratic senator who has become challenging to work with and whose mental health is allegedly more complex than previously thought.
Allegations in the article include a letter from staffers expressing their disappointment with Fetterman’s support for Israel, which led to a confrontation with Gisele over the bombing of refugee camps in Jerusalem. Gisele reportedly voiced her concerns to the senator’s staff, while a Senate physician noted Fetterman’s odd behavior near the Senate subway in December 2023 due to a lack of recent bloodwork.
The piece also mentions incidents where Fetterman nearly collided with people in the Capitol, upsetting his wife. Social media was abuzz following the article’s release, with commentators expressing a mix of sympathy and criticism for Fetterman.
Bloomberg columnist Matthew Yglesias called it a “very sad story on a human level,” while former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan suggested that Fetterman should not continue serving in the Senate. A California progressive group criticized populist lawmakers in response to the revelations.
Overall, the article sheds light on the challenges faced by Senator Fetterman and raises questions about his ability to fulfill his duties effectively. Fox News Digital reached out to Fetterman for comment, but there has been no response as of yet. The story has sparked discussions about mental health, leadership, and the future of the Democratic Party.
