Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman claimed during a recent interview with Katy Tur on ‘Katy Tur Reports’ that MSNBC has ceased to invite him for interviews, following his decision to break from Democratic party lines. The senator humorously remarked that he is ‘not sure why’ MSNBC has not invited him, despite his recent actions aligning with Republicans. Fetterman, who has not appeared on the network since March, stated that the network’s silence followed his decision to vote against his party in an effort to end the government shutdown. During the interview, Tur refuted Fetterman’s claim, stating that they always welcome him and that he can come whenever he wants.
Fetterman’s claim that MSNBC stopped inviting him was made after he cast his vote in favor of a deal to end the government shutdown, a move that put him at odds with his Democratic fellow senators. The senator had previously criticized his own party for being out of touch with the average American, a stance that earned him backlash from Democratic leaders. In March, Fetterman had an exclusive interview with Stephanie Ruhle on MSNBC, where he criticized the party’s rhetoric and suggested that some Democrats are more interested in wealth than in the country’s well-being.
During the interview with Ruhle, Fetterman debated over the distinction between wealthy political donors and wealthy individuals in government who seek to enrich themselves. He argued that billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk want to be part of the conversation because they have unlimited money. Fetterman was one of eight Senate Democratic members who supported a deal to end the government shutdown and fund the government through January. His recent actions have put him in a difficult position, as he is now seen as both a critic of his own party and a potential ally to Republicans. The senator’s comments have sparked a debate about the role of wealth in political discourse and the extent to which politicians should engage with powerful corporations.
Fox News Digital reached out to Fetterman’s office and MSNBC for comment but did not immediately receive responses. Tur said Fetterman’s claim was not true, but Fetterman has not appeared on MSNBC since his March interview. The senator’s comments have raised questions about the media’s role in shaping political narratives and the potential for media outlets to selectively invite certain politicians for interviews based on their political stance. As Fetterman’s position continues to evolve, his actions may have implications for the broader political landscape, particularly in the context of the ongoing government shutdown and the debate over how to fund the government moving forward.