“Pot Meets Kettle”: John Fetterman’s DC Critique Sparks Controversy and Outrage

Sen. John Fetterman ignited a social media firestorm when he asserted that the United States is failing to dispatch its top talent to Congress.

An Unintentional Backfire

NEW YORK, USA - SEP 22, 2015: Late Show entrance on the Broadway street. It is the oldest north south main thoroughfare in New York City.
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Speaking on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert, Fetterman candidly expressed his concerns, prompting laughter from the studio audience. He remarked, “America is not sending their best and brightest to Washington, D.C.” He went on to express disbelief at some decision-makers within the government, citing the unsettling nature of it all.

Colbert had posed the question to Fetterman inquiring about the potential awkwardness of encountering a legislator in person whom he had previously targeted with a meme. The comments on this matter came swiftly, making Fetterman the center of online attention.

The Masses Weigh In

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Conservative commentator and media producer, Alex Lorusso, couldn’t resist a jab at John Fetterman, humorously anticipating his reaction to his own statements. Monica Crowley, a conservative podcast host and former Trump administration official, characterized the entire Fetterman situation as a colossal trolling effort, adding an element of mockery to the discussion.

Taking a different tone, conservative commentator Benny Johnson acknowledged a rare moment of agreement with Fetterman but questioned whether Fetterman truly grasped that this included self-reflection.

Further Criticism

Blue Bell, PA, USA - September 11, 2022: John Fetterman, Democratic candidate for US Senate rallies for a packed crowed of supporters at Montgomery County Community College.
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Fetterman’s appearance on “The Late Show” came after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer relaxed the Senate’s dress code, allowing Fetterman to persist with his trademark casual attire, triggering criticism from those advocating for Senate decorum.

In response to the dress code change, Senators Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Mitt Romney of Utah introduced a resolution, unanimously passing it. This resolution formalized a dress code for men, mandating the wearing of a coat, tie, and slacks, marking a shift in Senate attire standards.

Pot Met Kettle

Blue Bell, PA, USA - September 11, 2022: John Fetterman, Democratic candidate for US Senate rallies for a packed crowed of supporters at Montgomery County Community College.
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Former GOP Governor Mike Huckabee took to X, formerly Twitter, to comment on Fetterman’s statements, noting that Fetterman unintentionally personified the very truth he spoke. Huckabee found humor in the situation, suggesting it could have easily been a sketch on SNL rather than a real-life moment on Colbert’s show.

On the other hand, conservative columnist and author Joe Concha sharply criticized Fetterman, highlighting his lack of real-world job experience and his reliance on his parents well into his 40s as he delivered his comments.

Steve Guest, a former staffer for Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, responded with a concise “Pot met kettle,” emphasizing the irony in Fetterman’s remarks. Meanwhile, Chaya Raichik, the creator behind Libs of TikTok, questioned if Fetterman owned a mirror, hinting at the incongruity in his self-assessment.

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