Scoop: Fetterman's chief of staff resigns [View all]

Source: Axios

6 hours ago - Politics & Policy
Scoop: Fetterman's chief of staff resigns

Holly Otterbein

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) at the Senate Subway in Washington, D.C., last month. Photo: Heather Diehl/Getty Images

Sen. John Fetterman's chief of staff resigned Wednesday, a source familiar with the move told Axios.

Why it matters: The Pennsylvania Democrat has had a serious staff retention problem as he's faced scrutiny over his health struggles and changing political brand.

Driving the news: Cabelle St. John has served on Fetterman's team since he first came to Washington about three-and-a-half years ago. She became his chief of staff in 2025. ... Her official last day will be in the coming weeks.

Fetterman, who was once a darling of the progressive movement, has seen major turnover as ex-aides have grown frustrated with his steadfast support for Israel and warmer approach toward President Trump ... Former staff have also complained about working with him on an interpersonal level.

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