Fetterman's Health Concerns Escalate Amid Staff Allegations

Multiple reports indicate that current and former staffers of Senator John Fetterman have voiced growing concerns about his mental health and erratic behavior since his hospitalization for depression in 2023. Adam Jentleson, his former chief of staff, wrote a letter to Fetterman’s doctor warning that the senator was on a dangerous trajectory, citing missed medical appointments, conspiratorial thinking, and reckless driving—an issue highlighted by a recent car accident in which Fetterman admitted to falling asleep at the wheel. Staffers described Fetterman’s behavior as increasingly unpredictable and at times frightening, prompting warnings to avoid riding with him as a driver. Some aides also noted a shift in his political stance, particularly regarding Israel, and a shrinking professional circle. Fetterman has publicly dismissed these allegations as the complaints of disgruntled employees, stating that such claims are untrue and that he has no intention of switching political parties. The senator’s health and conduct continue to draw scrutiny, especially in light of his significant role in the Democratic Party.