Pennsylvania senator deflects scrutiny over high staff turnover

Sen. John Fetterman, a Democratic lawmaker from Pennsylvania, is facing another staff departure as his office continues to be plagued by turnover. Krysta Sinclair Juris, who has served as Fetterman’s chief of staff since April 2024, is reportedly set to leave his office, adding to the list of recent departures.

Fetterman, known for his maverick approach and willingness to break with his party on certain issues, has faced scrutiny over his alleged erratic behavior, health concerns, and decision to skip certain votes. This latest departure comes on the heels of two aides leaving last month following a report detailing concerns about Fetterman’s health, as well as his deputy chief of staff and communications director departing in February.

Despite the mounting departures, Fetterman has remained defiant, refusing to address the situation in his office when pressed for comment. Instead, he pointed to other lawmakers with higher staff turnover and reiterated his commitment to his unique brand of bipartisanship.

Fetterman has made a name for himself by bucking his party’s positions on issues like Israel and immigration, aligning himself at times with Senate Republicans. During a recent forum moderated by Fox News’ Shannon Bream, Fetterman discussed the challenges of bipartisanship in today’s political climate, noting the punitive nature of straying from party lines.

As Fetterman navigates these challenges, Cabelle St. John is set to take over as chief of staff, according to Politico. Despite the ongoing turmoil in his office, Fetterman remains steadfast in his approach to governance and his commitment to representing the interests of his constituents.

This article was written by Alex Miller, a writer for Fox News Digital covering the U.S. Senate.