James Fishback is an American businessman and Republican political commentator who ran for governor of Florida in 2026.
Case
At the September 9, 2026 Republican convention, Democratic Senator John Fetterman introduced Republican Senator Dave McCormick and promised cooperation with President Trump on Pennsylvania steel. Supporters welcomed bipartisanship; critics called it campaign-stage help for an administration Fetterman’s voters expected him to oppose.
Role at the time: Former Republican candidate for Florida governor interviewed at the convention
Responding to
Was John Fetterman's GOP-convention appearance bipartisanship or political betrayal?
"we should be a party that welcomes people in"
His welcome is qualified by substantive disagreement and a condition that open debate be possible. It is not an endorsement of all Fetterman's positions or evidence of a party switch.
Statement dates: September 10, 2026
Statement dates: September 10, 2026
