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CNN’s Van Jones stands by moderate Fetterman as critics urge GOP defection

CNN analyst Van Jones jumped to defend Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) as the senator continues to face criticism over his voting record and calls to switch his party affiliation ahead of his reelection campaign. “Look, I think he is a moderate Democrat, and that should not be illegal

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CNN’s Van Jones stands by moderate Fetterman as critics urge GOP defectionCNN analyst Van Jones jumped to defend Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) as the senator continues to face criticism over his voting record and calls to switch his party affiliation ahead of his reelection campaign. “Look, I think he is a moderate Democrat, and that should not be illegal
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