Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) reportedly criticized a recent exposé by Intelligencer as a “hit piece” that raised concerns about his well-being.
The article, published on Friday, included troubling accounts from current and former staffers regarding his behavior and mental health.
During an interaction with NBC News reporter Kate Santaliz in Washington, D.C., Fetterman dismissed the report, stating, “It’s a one-source story with a couple anonymous sources.
Hit piece from a very left publication.” When Santaliz asked about his medication, he reiterated his stance, emphasizing the article’s reliance on anonymous sources.
The exposé highlighted a letter from Fetterman’s former chief of staff, Adam Jentleson, to one of his doctors, expressing worries about Fetterman’s mental state.
Jentleson described Fetterman as being on a “bad trajectory,” citing incidents of erratic behavior, untreated depression, and noncompliance with medical advice.
He detailed concerns over Fetterman’s “conspiratorial thinking,” mood swings, and avoidance of briefings. Jentleson also raised alarms about Fetterman purchasing a firearm and advised caution when riding with him.
The article included similar concerns from other staffers and indicated that Fetterman’s wife had privately expressed worries about his condition.
Despite the serious nature of the allegations, Fetterman’s response focused on discrediting the sources rather than addressing the specific claims made about his health.
Fetterman’s remarks reflect a broader trend among public figures to challenge narratives presented by the media, especially those that might impact their political careers.
As the story develops, it raises questions about transparency and accountability in the context of mental health discussions among politicians.
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