John Fetterman says ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ has taken over Democratic leadership

WASHINGTON, DC: Senator John Fetterman criticized his own party during a one-on-one interview on Fox News on Saturday, April 4. Speaking with Mark Levin, he clearly stated who he believes is leading the Democratic Party, and he did so in a very direct manner.

Fetterman also said that Democrats often take positions opposite to those of Donald Trump. Along with that, he shared his views on the ongoing war.

He has been openly critical of Democrats for a long time, and this interview was no different. He also pointed out that the party is losing support among socialist and pro-Iran voters.

John Fetterman says ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ drives Democrats

During an interview with Levin, John Fetterman once again criticized his own party, despite facing backlash from Democrats in the past. Speaking on Levin’s show, Fetterman said politics used to allow more cooperation.

“Look back 20–30 years... there were areas of overlap and then areas of ideological differences. That’s the way it goes.”

When Levin asked about the leadership of the Democrats, Fetterman replied, “Someone asked me who is the leader of the Democratic Party? I said that's TDS, Trump derangement syndrome,” adding that the party is “increasingly defined by the exact opposite of what Trump says.”

He mocked Democrats, saying, “If Trump supported ice cream on Sundays, Democrats would decide we have to vote that down,” calling it “a bad thing.”

Fetterman also shared his stance on foreign policy. “Every single Democrat should fully support Israel,” he said, describing it as a country that reflects democratic values.

He criticized certain positions within the party and warned that more Democrats are becoming hostile toward Israel.

“They are now making choices to vote against defensive things like Iron Dome,” Fetterman said, referring to threats from groups like Hezbollah targeting civilians. 

John Fetterman stresses bipartisan ties and political friendships

Fetterman said he has good relationships with people in his own party and also with people from the other side. “I get along with many Democrats,” he said, adding that he also has “really great relationships with members of the other party.”

He mentioned Katie Britt and Dave McCormick as examples.

He said people should not be upset if leaders from different parties work well together.

“If someone is angry because we have a good working relationship, that’s on them,” he said. Fetterman also said leaders are chosen to serve their state. “These are the voices that Pennsylvania chose... we must fight for Pennsylvania and deliver for Pennsylvania,” he said.

Fetterman explained that people can disagree but still be respectful. He added that friendship and respect are important in politics. “That’s what defines different kinds of parties,” he said, adding that leaders can still “count each other as friends.”